Job Description

Community Clinic is a trusted regional healthcare system dedicated to delivering exceptional, whole-person care in a compassionate, professional, and welcoming environment. As we continue to grow across the region, we remain grounded in one belief: people matter. That includes our patients—and our team. Every employee plays a vital role in living out our promise: We care. You belong.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Clinic Nurse to join our Primary Care Clinic in Fort Smith, AR for our Family Practice team! The Nurse manages patient care under the direction of the clinicians, assisting in providing excellent primary health care to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow during clinic so as to assure prompt service for patients.
• Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• Administers treatments and medications proficiently and safely.
• Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• Refers patients as appropriate, interacting with referral sources in a professional and cordial manner.
• Triages unscheduled patients, telephone calls and other patient concerns using triage protocols and professional judgment as well as a warmth and concern for the patient’s wellbeing.
• Documents all patient interactions completely and promptly in the medical record.
• Refers patients to other providers as requested by clinicians; completes forms, maintains records of referral and follow-up of results and recommendations. Appropriately documents referral interactions in the medical record.
• Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA.

Skills

• Ability to work and function independently and within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
• Proficient spelling necessary.
• Knowledge in computer software such as Microsoft Office Software.
• Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
• Engages in professional development activities, such as trainings and CEUs.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Arkansas as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Bilingual ability in English and either Spanish or Marshallese preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Community Health or FQHC setting preferred.
• Experience in Family Practice preferred.

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
• Excellent Benefits Package including:

1. Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
2. 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)
3. Paid Time Off and Holidays
4. Employee Discounts for Care