Clinical Professional
James City County11 months ago
Williamsburg, VA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
In a family practice setting within a primary care medical center, you will provide responsible patient care and education. This role offers Competitive Compensation (DOQ) plus Full-Time County Benefits while emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention, and personalized patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Plans and provides patient education and case management to ensure compliance with the treatment plan; teaches health promotion, disease prevention, and personal responsibility for care; performs home visits as appropriate.
- Administers routine laboratory tests, medications, immunizations, and treatments per nurse practitioners’ and physicians’ orders; assists with exams.
- Coordinates and monitors patient care activities and flow to ensure the smooth delivery of care; may supervise the day-to-day work of clinic and volunteer staff.
- Assists in the development of clinical quality improvement (CQI) activities and clinical protocols and procedures.
- Staffs County shelters during emergencies and emergency situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Combination of education and experience equivalent to a Virginia licensed Registered Nurse, Virginia licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Virginia licensed Medical Assistant, with Virginia Board Certification (or eligibility) and public health/clinic and/or ambulatory primary care experience preferred.
- Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
- Must possess or be able to obtain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) weeks of employment.
- Knowledge of public health nursing principles, wellness concepts, and community resources.
- Proficiency in computer software, especially the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure in a fast-paced clinic setting while effectively communicating with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Compensation (depending on qualifications)
- Full-Time County Benefits
Required Skills
Patient care
Laboratory test administration
Patient education
Public health nursing
Medical administration
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
Case management
CPR certification
Immunization administration
Clinical quality improvement