Clinic Registered Nurse

Title of Job: Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Clinic
Status/FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Clinical Supervisor
Location: Havana/Mason City/Manito Medical Associates
Date: October 2026

Primary Function
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides and coordinates nursing care for clinic patients of all ages and is accountable for nursing judgments, interventions, and outcomes within the RN’s role. Utilizes the nursing process of comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide patient care, administer prescribed medications and treatments, educate patients and families, and perform telephone triage. Collaborates with providers and other healthcare team members and implements authorized orders. Practices within the Illinois RN scope of practice, organizational policy, and demonstrated competency.

Responsibilities

1. Performs comprehensive nursing assessments, identifies patient needs and care priorities, develops and implements nursing plans of care, and evaluates patient responses and outcomes. Promptly communicates significant findings and changes in condition to the provider. Practices within the Illinois RN scope of practice and current nursing standards.

2. Performs telephone triage and nursing assessment using clinical judgment and approved protocols. Determines the urgency of patient needs, provides nursing guidance within scope, coordinates appropriate follow-up, and escalates concerns requiring provider evaluation or emergency care. Documents assessment findings, instructions, notifications, and disposition.

3. Accurately documents patient assessments, care plans, interventions, education, and responses to care in the electronic medical record (EMR). Uses the electronic prescribing system and other clinical systems to process authorized requests and access imaging, laboratory results, procedure notes, and other pertinent records.

4. Collaborates with providers and healthcare team members to assess and prioritize patient and family needs and coordinate appropriate care. Provides patient and family education, coordinates referrals and services, assists with payer requirements, and helps patients obtain prescribed treatments, therapies, and supplies. Promotes a positive patient experience.

5. Assists in patient flow management, including securing and stocking supplies, preparing examination rooms and patients, and supporting providers during examinations and procedures. Administers prescribed medications and treatments and performs point-of-care testing, EKGs, blood draws, and bladder scans as authorized and after documented competency validation. Cleans and disinfects examination and treatment areas and reprocesses instruments according to organizational policy and manufacturer instructions.

6. Serves as a medical chaperone during examinations and procedures, as assigned, after completing required training. Maintains patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality; observes the examination or procedure; promptly reports concerns; and completes required documentation in accordance with organizational policy.

7. Adheres to all clinic policies and procedures, including but not limited to infection control, bloodborne pathogen protocols, chemical safety, laboratory standards, administrative policies, and corporate compliance guidelines.

8. Completes required orientation, annual education, and competency validation for assigned duties. Completes medical chaperone training before serving in that role and maintains required nursing continuing education.

9. Contributes to the clinic’s financial and quality performance by maintaining efficiency and supporting cost-effective care delivery.

10. Demonstrates teamwork and commitment to achieving department goals and objectives.

11. Maintains professional and confidential relationships with staff and patients, encouraging open communication, trust, and a high standard of professionalism within the department and the hospital.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

1. Successful completion of an approved registered nursing education program.

2. Current, active, unrestricted Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license required.

3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

4. Demonstrates proficiency in the electronic prescribing system to prepare and route prescription requests for authorized prescriber review and approval, in accordance with organizational policy.

5. Ability to learn and effectively use the e-Prescribe system for medication ordering.

6. Exceptional ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff, and the public.

7. Proven ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations.

8. Capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple responsibilities efficiently.

9. Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

10. Ability to read, comprehend, and apply information in English for work procedures and professional communication.

11. Proficient spelling and legible handwriting required for accurate documentation.

12. Ability to engage professionally with a diverse range of personalities, including staff, patients, and external individuals.

13. Must maintain a professional demeanor that positively represents the organization when addressing inquiries or interacting with colleagues, leadership, and the public.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

1. Utilize a computer, monitor, keyboard, and mouse for patient charting, data entry, and documentation.

2. Perform a full range of body motions, including handling and lifting computer laptops, charts, and other necessary materials. Manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination are required for computer use, typing, and completing forms.

3. Stand for extended periods on both hard and soft flooring surfaces.

4. See and hear within a normal range with or without corrective measures.

5. Function effectively under stressful conditions.

6. Communicate professionally with individuals from diverse professional and social backgrounds, including those with communication disabilities or other challenges.

7. Convey information clearly to individuals and groups through verbal, written, and telephone communication.

8. Read and interpret documents in both print and digital formats in English. Recognizing forms, symbols, and figures to produce accurate final documentation is essential.

9. Remain seated for moderate periods while engaging in conversations in person or over the phone.

10. Move frequently throughout the facility between offices and work areas, often carrying files or printed materials.

11. Risk exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials may be anticipated by the performance of the employee’s duties. Skin, eye, mucous membranes contact with blood or potentially infectious material may be anticipated.

12. Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift objects overhead as required.

13. Occasionally lift and carry, reach overhead, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.