About

•  Community Clinic is a patient-directed Community Health Center which provides affordable primary health care and supportive services to our neighbors in Northwest Arkansas. Community Health Centers, also known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, is a Federal designation whereby community health needs are identified and are responded to appropriately. We provide health care using a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) approach: the needs of the patient come first. Community Clinic recognizes that every employee plays a vital role. We care. You belong.     

• Community Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our Don Tyson School Based Health Center located in Springdale, AR. The SBHC RN is the on-site presence for a telehealth clinic inside a partner school. They are the point of contact for patients, assist in patient care, and coordinate the telehealth process, all under the direction of a provider, delivering excellent primary health care to our patients. The schedule for this position is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

• Essential job functions

• * Ensures patient information is entered into the electronic medical record (EMR) accurately and updated regularly for all patients.
• * Ensures patient payments are collected, posted correctly to accounts and collections are balanced daily. 
• * Schedules patient appointments, based on patient needs, provider requests and approved scheduling guidelines.
• * Coordinates with Patient Financial Services on required patient information in the EMR, payments, and insurance inquiries. 
• * Maintains patient flow during clinic to assure prompt service for patients.
• * Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• * Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• * Administers treatments and medications proficiently and safely.
• * Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• * Refers patients as appropriate, interacting with referral sources in a professional and cordial manner.
• * Coordinates telehealth technology to allow patients to visit with provider as needed.
• * Acts as “eyes, ears, and hands” of coordinating provider via telehealth. 
• * Occasionally covers for patient care staff at other Community Clinic SBHCs.
• * Processes Prior Authorizations for all SBHC providers.
• * Triages unscheduled patients, telephone calls and other patient concerns using triage protocols and professional judgment as well as a warmth and concern for the patient’s wellbeing.
• * Documents all patient interactions completely and promptly in the medical record.
• * Refers patients to other providers as requested by clinicians; completes forms, maintains records of referral and follow-up of results and recommendations. Appropriately documents referral interactions in the medical record.
• * Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA. 
• * Ability to travel for activities such as meetings, classes, and workshops. Must be able to travel by air as needed to attend training, conferences, and related activities, including overnight travel.
• * Other duties, as assigned.

• Knowledge and critical skills

• * Strong patient assessment skills required 
• * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds. 
• * Basic to intermediate computer literacy required
• * Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred
• * Able and willing to drive short to medium distances to cover other local SBHCs
• * Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
• * Engages in professional development activities, such as trainings and CEUs.                               

• Qualifications

• * Graduate of a school of nursing required
• * Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Arkansas
• * 1+ year of RN experience required
• * Previous hospital experience preferred due to need for independent assessment skills preferred
• * Experience processing Prior Authorizations preferred
• * Experience administering vaccines preferred
• * Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred

• Why Join Community Clinic? 

• * Be a part of a mission driven organization providing comprehensive health care to everyone in your community, regardless of their financial or medical situation!
• * Automatic 5% contribution to employee retirement plan, no match required!
• * Competative pay, PTO, and 10 annual paid holidays
• * 2 annual bonus opportunities worth up to $1,000 each!

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
• 40 Hours