Clinical Nurse RN- Primary Care

Job Purpose & Position Overview The Outpatient Clinical Nurse, RN is responsible for objectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care in coordination with a multidisciplinary team to provide "patient centered" care. The Registered Nurse" will assist in the ongoing management of the patient based on identified psycho-social needs, continuity of care, disease prevention, chronic disease management, and provides patient education to promote Health Literacy. Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities Demonstrate the WCHS core mission, vision and values; respecting tribal beliefs, culture, and traditions Formulate clinical decisions that demonstrate critical thinking to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient through collaborative practice with the healthcare team. Completes comprehensive initial assessment and completes documentation accurately and completely in the patient record. Demonstrates expertise in systems assessment, recognition of significant changes in patient condition, establishment of priorities, and nursing interventions. Provides interventions as ordered by the Medical Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant Evaluates patient response to intervention and promptly notifies Medical Provider of patient condition whenever necessary. Promotes the team concept through interpersonal relationships with patients, families, and medical staff and/or other healthcare providers to coordinate medical and nursing management of patient care. Provides patient disease preventable vaccines before discharge. Demonstrates respect for patients' rights, privacy, and serve as a patient advocate. Comply with all departmental and organizational policies and procedures in addition to regulatory requirements and participate in corporate/department safety and quality activities. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Skills: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska or multi state licensure in a nurse licensure compact state. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred. Minimum of Associates Degree in Nursing required. New grads accepted. Bachelor's of Science in Nursing preferred. Skilled in practical use of electronic systems for patient care and documentation. Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of service and response. Comply with all departmental and organizational policies and procedures in addition to regulatory requirements and participate in corporate/department safety and quality activities Physical Requirements: Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment. Cognitive requirements: Reading, writing, calculating Above average social interaction skills Reasoning/Analysis Works with minimal to no supervision Language Requirements: Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently. Utilize effective, appropriate, timely communication skills. Certificates, Licenses & registrations: All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check. WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31 C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American and Veteran applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. WCHS participates in E-Verify.

Created: 2026-03-10