About This Position
Ambulatory Care Registered Nurse (Outpatient Department)
Cheyenne River Health Center – Eagle Butte, South Dakota
Summary
Provide professional nursing services in the Outpatient Department for patients of all ages while supporting the mission of the Indian Health Service. Nurses may also provide limited support to the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit when operationally necessary.
Major Duties
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
Obtain patient histories and perform comprehensive nursing assessments.
Record vital signs and reassess patient conditions.
Administer medications, IV therapy, injections, and immunizations.
Assist providers during examinations and outpatient procedures.
Perform:
Venipuncture
EKGs
Catheterization
Wound care (including VAC dressings)
Specimen collection
Provide patient and family education.
Document all care in the IHS electronic health record (RPMS/EHR).
Coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
Participate in specialty clinics and community outreach clinics.
Float to the Emergency Department or Inpatient Unit when needed.
Maintain infection control and Joint Commission standards.
Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement activities.
Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, laboratory, radiology, behavioral health, and other clinical departments. (CLEATUS)
Patient Population
The RN is expected to care for:
Newborns
Pediatrics
Adolescents
Adults
Geriatrics
Minimum Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN license (any U.S. state)
BLS required
ACLS and PALS required/preferred depending on assignment
Minimum outpatient/ambulatory nursing experience
Ability to obtain an IHS credentialing package
Pass a federal background investigation and obtain a PIV badge
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Cheyenne River Health Center – Eagle Butte, South Dakota
Summary
Provide professional nursing services in the Outpatient Department for patients of all ages while supporting the mission of the Indian Health Service. Nurses may also provide limited support to the Emergency Department and Inpatient Unit when operationally necessary.
Major Duties
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
Obtain patient histories and perform comprehensive nursing assessments.
Record vital signs and reassess patient conditions.
Administer medications, IV therapy, injections, and immunizations.
Assist providers during examinations and outpatient procedures.
Perform:
Venipuncture
EKGs
Catheterization
Wound care (including VAC dressings)
Specimen collection
Provide patient and family education.
Document all care in the IHS electronic health record (RPMS/EHR).
Coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
Participate in specialty clinics and community outreach clinics.
Float to the Emergency Department or Inpatient Unit when needed.
Maintain infection control and Joint Commission standards.
Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement activities.
Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, laboratory, radiology, behavioral health, and other clinical departments. (CLEATUS)
Patient Population
The RN is expected to care for:
Newborns
Pediatrics
Adolescents
Adults
Geriatrics
Minimum Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN license (any U.S. state)
BLS required
ACLS and PALS required/preferred depending on assignment
Minimum outpatient/ambulatory nursing experience
Ability to obtain an IHS credentialing package
Pass a federal background investigation and obtain a PIV badge
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
