Registered Nurse

Company: Valor Healthcare, Inc.
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Description:About UsValor Healthcare is a veteran and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation's greatest asset: its people. The entire Valor team works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to excellent outcomes.About the RoleThis job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.Federal Program / Registered Nurse - Washington D.C. HeadquartersThis position serves as the Registered Nurse managing an Occupational Health Center Services to include the care for work-related and non-work-related illnesses and injuries, response to medical emergencies, immunizations, travel medication; and a Medical Surveillance Program, to include nursing assessments utilizing nurse protocols, preventative and routine health screenings, health risk appraisals, health education programs and health units. Provide walk-in services, emergency services, health education programs, and immunizations where available.. Requirements:Key Responsibilities - Provide care for work-related and non-work-related illnesses and injuries, response to medical emergencies, immunizations, travel medication; - Deliver Medical Surveillance Program, to include nursing assessments utilizing nurse protocols, preventative and routine health screenings, health risk appraisals, health education programs and health units. - Provide walk-in services, emergency services, health education programs, and immunizations where available. - Actively assists practitioners with patient care, physical examinations, and ancillary tests. - Practices specialized skills in patient assessment such as but not limited to triages, blood pressure checks, injections, insulin teaching via telephonic and direct contact with patient to facilitate care transition internally as well as externally meet the patients' need. - Triages unscheduled patients requesting care the same day by identifying acute patient needs and mobilizing a care team for optimal patient outcomes. - Acts as point person by coordinating daily huddles, identifying high acuity patients, and identifying patients at risk for uncoordinated care. - Provides patient and family health education with a focus on self-management, prevention, and wellness, based on the patient's total health goals. This may include patient teaching, preparing education materials and providing individual management of patients needing extra support, including those with chronic conditions. - Maintains confidentiality of patient data and information. - Complies with all client and company training requirements. - Assists administrator in maintaining professional and educational competencies of staff. - Leads regular Nurse staff meetings and acts as mentor and resource to nursing staff. - Must provide excellent customer service to each patient, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors. - Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and patients, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met. - Collaborates with Clinic leadership to resolve patient concerns or complaints. - Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational. - The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.Qualifications - Must have an Associate or Bachelor's degree from an Accredited Registered Nursing Program - Must have minimum of 5 years of experience as a registered nurse in a clinic environment. - Must have an unrestricted nursing license in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the U.S. - Must have BLS (Basic Life Support) or CPR III certification - Must have Government healthcare environment experience. - Experience of and insight into the Clinical environment to be able to drive major improvement programs. - Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills. - Experience with MS Office - Ability to support all aspects of the project including planning tasks, monitoring progress, and identifying potential issues. - Experience in an Adult Outpatient, Inpatient, Ambulatory and/or Emergency Department preferred - Ability to adapt to fast-moving environments and changing requirements. - Public Trust clearance preferred.Clearance Requirement: Public Trust / High RiskAs this position is categorized as Public Trust / High Risk position, candidates will be subject to appropriate Background Investigation.Job Location: Washington D.C.As this position will be located at a federal government site, candidate must be residing in the greater Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. Remote work for this position is not available.Travel:No international travel is required. Limited domestic travel as required (less than 10% travel).Relocation Eligibility:No, this position is not eligible for relocation benefits.Benefits:Valor offers competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision. Basic life and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, 401k with an employer match, robust holiday schedule and more.Valor Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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