Clinical RN – Pain Management (Full-Time)

Position Location US-MN-Crookston
# of Openings
1
Category
Professional

Overview

RiverView Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.

 

RiverView Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, RiverView Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, RiverView Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.

 

We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.

 

RiverView is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

Responsibilities

Clinical RN – Pain Management (Full-Time)
 

 

Position Status: .9 fte (72 hours per pay period)

Location: Crookston & East Grand Forks Clinics; travel will be required

Schedule: 72 hours per two-week pay period; must be able to work weekend schedule (every 12th weekend

Salary Range: $31.50 - $40.75 /per hour (based on experience)

 

The Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care and clinical support to the Pain Management Physician and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an outpatient clinic setting. The RN supports safe, efficient, patient-centered care for patients experiencing acute and chronic pain and other conditions treated by the Pain Management providers.  The RN collaborates with providers and other healthcare team members to coordinate and deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

In this role, what you'll do:

  • Provide patient-centered nursing care through assessment, monitoring, and implementation of individualized plans of care.
  • Support physicians and APPs with clinic visits, examinations, treatments, and efficient patient flow.
  • Assist with pain management procedures, including patient preparation, clinical support, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
  • Provide clinical triage for patients by phone, electronic messaging, and in person, escalating concerns when appropriate.
  • Support safe medication management through medication reconciliation, refill coordination, patient education, and communication with providers.
  • Educate patients and families about treatment plans, medications, procedures, follow-up care, and managing their health.
  • Coordinate patient care with providers and other healthcare team members to ensure safe, high-quality, and seamless care.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation of assessments, interventions, education, and patient communications in the electronic health record.
  • Promote quality and patient safety by following clinical standards, infection prevention practices, policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to effective clinic operations by collaborating with the care team, supporting patient flow, and helping create a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

Minimum(s): 

  • Current State of Minnesota RN license is required. State of ND RN licensure must be acquired with four months of hire.
  • Current American Heart BLS certification is required. If not currently certified, training will be provided and certification must be obtained within 4 months of date of hire. 
  • Current American Heart ACLS certification is required. If not ACLS certified, we will train within the first year. 

 

Preferred:

  • 3+ years of Clinic experience

Competencies:

  • Ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds with professionalism and care
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of chronic and acute pain-management principles.
  • Understanding of controlled-medication workflows and the RN's role within those workflows.
  • Strong patient-education and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy outpatient clinical environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation.
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries while working with patients experiencing complex chronic conditions.
  • Ability to function effectively as part of a Physician/APP/RN interdisciplinary team.

 

Why Join Our Team?

Supportive, team-oriented environment with competitive pay and benefits package and Professional development opportunities.

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