Registered Nurse (Bilingual)

The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco.  The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB/GYN, HIV and homeless services. We advocate for health equity and deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve.

We are currently looking for qualified candidates to join MNHC as a Registered Nurse. Please note: This role requires applicants to be bilingual in English and Spanish. This position reports to the Senior Nurse Manager and is Exempt role with a starting hourly range of $45.50.

Primary Objective:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of quality nursing care and will assist in establishing a clinical team approach to comprehensive medical care and provide continuity of care to MNHC patients at multiple locations.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates patient flow in clinical area.
• Responsible for obtaining and recording accurate medical information and history.   This includes the following:
  • Checking patient charts
  • Checking encounter forms, prescriptions, lab and X‑ray requests.
  • Completing disability, CHPD, and other medically related‑ forms.
  • Maintaining tracking systems and follow-up reports/requests.
  • Initiating health maintenance and prevention procedures.
• Assesses initial health needs of patients and prepares them as indicated or as condition warrants.
• Provides medical treatment as ordered and performs procedures according to MNHC nursing protocol.
• Prepares and administers medication as ordered.
• Responsible for triage/emergency and medical screening of patients in charge area.
• Provides patient education and counseling.
• Provides telehealth visits, including hospitalization pre and post discharge planning
• Attends and participates in nursing staff meetings as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Service

• Strives to understand the needs of patients/clients.
• Treats all patients/clients with dignity, respect, and demonstrates appreciation of cultural differences.

• Takes immediate action to correct any unsafe situation.
• Follows correct procedures to ensure one’s own safety and that of other team members.

• Promotes team effort in all activities and uses a team approach to problem solving.
• Understands and embraces the mission and strategic initiatives of the institution.

Qualifications:

• Valid California Registered Nurse license.
• Two years' experience in ambulatory care clinic or hospital experience is preferred.
• Previous experience in HIV care, clinic or hospital experience is preferred.
• Performance - Able to multi-task, prioritize task, meet deadlines. Requires strong analytical skills and demonstrates attention to detail.
• Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be a well-organized professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment.
• Stress Management - Ability to remain tactful under pressure and present a professional demeanor and communication style with co-workers in a multicultural setting.
• Language(s) - Fluent in English/Spanish Required.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.mnhc.org. We offer a full range of benefits which includes the following:

• Annual 4% COLA increase
• 401(k) retirement savings plan includes a company contribution
• Vacation: 2 weeks annually 
• Paid educational leave: 40 hours annually
• Medical insurance: zero out-of-pocket expense under the base plan
• Dental and vision insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Life insurance includes a free basic policy with an optional voluntary plan
• Paid time off includes 12 paid holidays, a birthday holiday, two floating holidays and 12 sick days per year
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
• Commuter benefits

As a condition of employment, all candidates are required to provide documentation of current immunizations, including COVID-19 and TB test results valid within the last two (2) years must be submitted before the start date, as well as MMR immunization. Failure to provide this documentation may result in a delayed start or withdrawal of the job offer.

Mission Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.