LPN or RN - Dosing Nurse

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Responsibilities:

• Complete patient assessments, provide education, and schedule appointments both telephonically and in person.
• Use knowledge and approved protocols to advise patients and parents on care plans.
• Conduct one-on-one or family patient education sessions.
• Ensure appropriate follow-up call-backs are made for patients.
• Assist in coordinating services for patients and families with other health-related agencies and resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning to meet patient needs and health service objectives.
• Document nursing actions in medical records using defined standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participate in the quality assurance program.
• Provide translation services when needed.
• Adhere to CSHS compliance standards as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Stay updated on pertinent federal, state, and CSHS regulations, laws, and policies.
• Ensure that staff members are trained and evaluated on compliance policies specific to their roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Michigan.
   

Experience:

One year of professional clinical nursing experience required. Family practice experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.

 

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

• Basic Life Support/CPR certification as required by license and certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining self-direction.
• Working knowledge of computers and their applications preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and high-volume conditions.
   

Key Values:

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Learning
   

Physical Requirements:

• Possible exposure to patients with illnesses and infections.
• Frequent telephone and computer use, requiring manual dexterity for writing and computer operation.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May require bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
   

Client Population Served:

May serve all patient populations.
 

The essential functions of this position can be accomplished with or without accommodations. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Who we are:

Cherry Health, Michigan’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), operates in six counties across the state, is based in Grand Rapids. With a team of more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations, Cherry Health focuses on removing barriers, expanding access, and delivering comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities, regardless of an individual’s insurance status or ability to pay. We provide primary care, dental, vision, behavioral health, pharmacy services, substance abuse services, residential re-entry services, school-based health centers and more.

Our Mission: 

Cherry Health improves the health and wellness of individuals by providing comprehensive primary and behavioral health care while encouraging access by those who are underserved.

Our Vision: 

Our community will be healthier because we will seek out and welcome those who need our services. All will be treated as family with integrated, coordinated care to improve health and personal well-being.

Our Values:

• Collaboration – Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork to accomplish organizational goals.
• Customer Service – Serve internal and external customers in a welcoming manner with compassionate care.
• Innovation – Embrace creativity to improve patient care and workplace efficiency while remaining curious and open to learning.
• Integrity – Uphold the highest ethical standards by being honest and trustworthy.
• Professionalism – Create a positive work environment where we care accountable for our decision, our action and the results.

Benefits:

Cherry Health has excellent benefit offerings dependent on employment status.  Check out a sample of the benefits available to our team members below!

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5% 
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program  

Our policy is to offer all employees and applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, or any other protected category.