Job Description

Summary of Position



The Health Center RN Provider Nurse is responsible for providing general nursing services to clients of

St. Joseph's Indian School including students, staff, and staff dependents with focus on the scheduled provider

clinic. The position participates in all aspects of the Health Center's functions and procedures. This is a nonexempt position.



Accountability



Reports to the Director of Health and Wellness



Core Responsibilities

Supports and models the Catholic Mission and the Native American Culture that are the foundations of

St. Joseph's Indian School.o Promotes a reclaiming environment for all students through the Circle of Courage.

Supports health and wellness initiatives. Maintains privacy, confidentiality and security of patient information at all times.

Responsibilities



1. Collaborates with the Health Center Receptionist in scheduling patients for clinic appointments, followup procedures, and referrals.

2. Directs and completes the clinical process such as gathering pre-appointment information, rooming

the patient, assisting Provider as necessary, and managing related follow-up care.

a. Assists Providers during specialized on-campus procedures.

3. Oversees Provider Clinic-related staff/dependent patient referrals and follow-up instructions including

gathering necessary medical information and managing follow-up needs.

a. Coordinates and collaborates for Provider Clinic-related complex student case appointments,

follow-up care, and communication.

4. Assists with the collection of Provider Clinic and general Health Center Performance and Quality

Improvement data to contribute to the organization's strategic plan.

5. Participates in nurse-patient visits when not in scheduled Provider Clinic, including assessment,

diagnosis, and developing a treatment care plan with necessary follow-up, including determining if the

patient needs further Medical Provider evaluation and effective education and communication to

patient, guardian, and student care team as directed per policy.

6. During the school-year, is scheduled for rotating nurse on-call status, which may require assessment

and evaluation of students, after hours, for serious injury or illness. As necessary, administers

emergency medical care and/or transports students to a local medical facility for further medical

assessment and treatment.

a. Staffs Provider Clinic during summer break, in-lieu of summer nurse on-call rotation.

7. Provides continuity of patient care by ensuring patient and guardian contact regarding Provider visit,

instructions, and follow-up care.

a. Communicates with students/guardians/houseparents and employees/dependents regarding

diagnostic test results, coordinates medical and/or home follow-up care/appointments, and

orders medication(s).

8. Communicates and manages Provider Standing Orders for students and staff/dependents.

9. Using proficiency in laboratory skills, assists with performing diagnostic procedures to assess and

identify the patient's health care needs.

a. Includes lab oversight specifically for Provider instruments.

10. Administers prescribed injections, medications, vaccines, and treatments in accordance with approved

nursing techniques.

a. Includes Vaccine Fridge lead.

11. Maintains accurate electronic and paper medical records for nurse-patient visits including

documentation and updating medications.

12. Completes annual HIPAA training and other required organization trainings.

13. Responsible for upholding and abiding by Health Center specific and organizational policies,

procedures, and standing orders.

14. Reports, immediately any type of abuse or neglect, suspected or alleged, to the proper authorities.

15. Performs other responsibilities as required by the Director of Health and Wellness.



Qualifications

South Dakota Nursing License as LPN or RN Pass Certified Background Check CPR Certification

Physical Demands

Uses both hands and wrists repetitively for prolonged periods. May be required to assist in the transportation of students

Expectations of Hours Worked



At least 40 hours/week. 10-Month Employee.

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