Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN)

We are looking for a nurse to join the psychiatric health care team at our Integrated Care Clinic, located at 726 Gail Gardner Way in Prescott. This position is scheduled 40 hours per week, M-F during business hours.
Polara Health offers a competitive base rate, along with training and advancement opportunities. Full time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes options for company paid medical and dental plans.
At Polara Health, our mission is to provide accessible, compassionate whole person care that strengthens our community. As an Outpatient Nurse, you will be a vital part of a team that works to improve healthcare outcomes for our clients.

POSITION SUMMARY

An Outpatient RN works with an integrated team of medical professionals to provide superior patient and family centered therapeutic care, systematically and continuously collecting and assessing data related to patient health status to develop, evaluate and execute the plan of care. An Outpatient RN establishes goals and strategies for meeting care coordination goals across settings with the patient, family and/or other care providers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes specialized knowledge and advanced critical thinking, combined with necessary clinical skills to provide high-quality care for patients via patient visits and phone.

• Demonstrates knowledge in human growth and development with regard to the specific chronological age, developmental age, or social maturity level of the patient.

• Take nursing calls as scheduled.

• Contributes to always providing a safe, therapeutic environment and supports activities that promote the patient’s functional goals and the prevention of complications.

• Evaluates the care needed for goal attainment by individual patients with appropriate communication and documentation.

• Actively participates in team meetings and conferences as needed and disseminates up-to-date interdisciplinary communication regarding the patient’s status.

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills to develop a rapport with patients, their families, and other team members to ensure the fulfillment of requirements for legal documentation and reimbursement.

• Maintains clinical competency by participating in training and continuing education programs necessary for credentialing or maintaining credentials within identified time frames.

• Maintains the privacy and confidentiality of all patient information in compliance with all legal and H.I.P.P.A. requirements.

• Executes EKG, Telemed, Suboxon UDS, SSRA, OPN, CM billable services, Injections/L.A.I. s

• Executes best practice initiatives to maintain and improve patient satisfaction.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing

QUALIFICATIONS

• 21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member’s scope of practice; or minimum 18 years old for select administrative positions

• Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Must possess a valid Driver License

• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided by Polara Health)

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arizona.

• Experience in behavioral health preferred.

• Excellent assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.

• Proficient in administering medications and managing potential side effects and adverse reactions.

• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

• Compassionate and non-judgmental approach in providing patient-centered care.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES

· People​ – Passionately believes in people and embraces diversity

· Integrity ​–​ ​Does the right thing even when no one is looking

· Learning ​–​ ​Challenges old paradigms with critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity

· Accountability​ – Sets an intentional culture of personal responsibility; believes everyone carries the load

· Relationships ​– Serves colleagues and consumers with love, empathy and compassion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Office environment, travel within the community, as needed

· Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.

· May be required to wear protective clothing (PPE)

· Annual TB screening per program policy and procedure

· Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours

· Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 25 or more pounds

· Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols

This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.

Polara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health’s policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-445-5211, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.

Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health’s policies which may include Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References.

We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:

Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient and residential positions) * Educational Reimbursement *