Registered Nurse

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Currently licensed Registered Nurse in state of practice required; Certification in Occupational Health Nursing, Certification in Emergency Nursing, or Certificate in Case Management a plus. Current training in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge about workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations.

Knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Experience with electronic medical records a plus.

Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner; gathering and analyzing information skillfully, developing alternate solutions.

Exceptional interpersonal skills; listening skills are essential while remaining open to others’ ideas.

Strong customer service orientation, responding quickly and appropriately to customer needs, and managing difficult or emotional situations.

Demonstrates ability to perform and maintain Annual Competencies as identified by Take Care Health Systems.

As part of Walgreens Health and Wellness division, Take Care Health Systems includes Take Care Consumer Solutions (www.takecarehealth.com), managers of convenient care clinics located at select Walgreens drugstores nationwide, and Take Care Employer Solutions (www.takecareemployersolutions.com), managers of worksite-based health and wellness services. The company combines best practices in healthcare and the expertise and personal care of our trusted community of providers to deliver access to high-quality, affordable and convenient healthcare to all individuals. We operate on-site employee health centers, pharmacies and fitness centers for many of the country’s largest corporations and federal agencies.

Great Opportunity for PRN- RN in Pittfield, ME.

Position Summary:

Provides nursing care to client employees and/or contractors and visitors to the health center.

Essential Functions:

Uses nursing skills to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow.

Conducts a nursing assessment by taking a patient history and physical assessment and by obtaining vital signs and other medical tests. Provides treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law.

Collaborates with Physician or other Licensed Independent Practitioner to arrange for further medical treatment, when needed.

Identifies equipment that needs repair and brings it to the attention of the lead clinician.

Performs occupational and health screening tests as defined in site contract (EKG, audiometry, spirometry, vision).

Conducts appropriate laboratory tests and quality control procedures.

Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications administered, discharge instructions provided, and follow up care arranged.

Evaluates health education/promotion needs of patients and provides necessary training and instruction.

Identifies emergency situations and provides care within legal scope of practice.

Administers medications and medical treatments competently as directed by a Physician or Licensed Independent Practitioner.

Maintains a clean and safe environment. Follows infection control procedures.

Maintains patient privacy and confidential patient information.

Participates in follow up phone calls and follow up patient visits.

Other duties as assigned.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:

Certificate from an accredited Nursing School or Associates’ degree (A.S.) is required. Bachelor's degree (BSN) from four-year college or university is preferred. At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency room, occupational health clinic or other ambulatory care clinic.