Clinical RN Lead -- Pediatrics at Battleground at Vancouver Clinic in Vancouver, Washington

Job Description:

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including two doses of a 2-dose series or a single dose of a 1-dose series prior to start date. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days post series completion date.

The Vancouver Clinic is currently seeking compassionate and patient-focused RN Lead in our Pediatrics Clinic at Battle Ground.

This person possesses specific department knowledge for his/her responsible service unit(s), and must be able to execute the day-to-day workflows as communicated by the manager. It is expected that the Lead's daily work will encompass both lead and direct patient care responsibilities. The objective is to assist the department in achieving efficient work flow processes, high quality clinical outcomes, and exemplary patient experiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily operations and responsibilities of "patient flow" within each assigned area.
  
  


• Perform, assist and delegate procedures and injections as ordered by providers.
  
  


• Perform nurse visits.
  
  


• Reassign staff to meet the needs of the day and coordinate cross-site, as necessary.
  
  


• Act as the first level, "go to person" for the providers and staff regarding troubleshooting issues.
  
  


• Assist manager with provider schedules, coordinating vacation requests and sick calls to ensure appropriate clinical coverage. Assist manager with review of time cards.
  
  


• Assist manager with template building and EMR reporting.
  
  


• Monitor and process Telephone and MyChart encounters to meet Clinic timelines.
  
  


• Maintain efficient levels of medications, medical and office supplies.
  
  


• Act as a mentor, role model, and resource for co-workers.
  
  


• Provide on-going objective and constructive input to the employee hiring and performance appraisal process.
  
  


• Facilitate the orientation and training of new and on-call staff.
  
  


• Train, communicate, and monitor any new processes to the department/unit.
  
  


• Attend regular EHR training sessions and distribute new information to providers and staff through individual training and communication.
  
  

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Current Washington State RN license and current Health Care Provider BLS CPR certification.
  
  


• American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS CPR certification.
  
  


• Ability to successfully become a core-trainer and super user of EHR.
  
  


• Superior communication skills and interpersonal skills set.
  
  


• Ability to communicate with all levels of clinical staff and providers regarding use of EHR, department specific skills, orders, medications, referrals, documentation, and short-cuts, and illustrate ease of use of EHR for all users.
  
  


• First-line problem solving skills with the ability to listen, understand, and solve or escalate employee and provider issues before they become more serious.
  
  

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program which includes insurance programs covering medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, generous time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Contact your recruiter for more information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Documented vaccination, immunity, or written declination of vaccine for certain preventable contagious diseases, including COVID-19, is a requirement of employment at Vancouver Clinic. Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug screen, background screen, and immunization requirements.