Registered Nurse III MCCHC Per Diem

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System- Community Health Center (RUHS-CHC) is currently recruiting for a Per Diem Registered Nurse III for the Moreno Valley Community Health Center location.

The incumbent will be responsible for :

Overseeing clinical daily operations

Rooming and discharging patients

Scheduling appointments

Administering vaccines medication and patient education

Referral work queue and prior authorizations

Triage patients

Assist in coordination of care for patients

Vaccine inventory

Training staff

Assist to increase quality metrics and close care gaps

Work Schedule :

5 / 40 - Monday to Friday

Hours : 8 : 30 am to 5 : 00 pm

Other Requirements :

License : Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Certification : Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers.

Meet the Team!

Riverside University Health System provides a wide range of primary and specialty care services across 13 Community Health Centers (CHCs) throughout Riverside County. As federally qualified health centers the CHCs operate on a sliding fee scale to ensure that some of the countys most vulnerable populations receive the care they need.

Whether its preventive care chronic disease management Express Care Mobile Health or integrated specialty and behavioral health services our teams are made up of dedicated healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

If youre committed to delivering compassionate care and eager to join a team that truly values community connection and making a meaningful difference RUHS is the place for you!

Learn more about our Community Health Centers by visiting

To learn more about the department please visit the RUHS website :

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assess plan organize and provide nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with physician instructions; make preliminary observations of patients and prepare patients for medical treatment.

Assist physicians in administering treatments and in performing medical examinations diagnostic tests and surgical operations.

Administer prescribed treatment and medications including dispensing as ordered to patients; chart treatment of patients; record and report significant changes in condition and general progress of patients.

Counsel and advise patients families and significant others regarding special medical problems and / or proper healthcare methods.

Prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; instruct patients in carrying out physicians orders; transcribe physicians orders to working records.

Provide orientation and training to new staff residents medical students Regional Occupational Program (ROP) participants and nursing students.

Participate in quality assurance reviews; act as a team leader or relief charge nurse.

Assign and monitor the work of subordinate nursing personnel; participate in committee activities; identify staff training needs.

Triage patients by reviewing admission charts and merging patients into the appropriate patient assignment or clinic flow when appropriate.

Testify in court as to clients mental and physical condition.

Coordinate and monitor patients through the hospitalization process utilizing physicians primary care nurses and third-party payors to maintain quality care and fiscal responsibility.

Review the post hospital care plan with the patient / family establishing a contact regarding timeframes and responsibilities; follow care plan through patient discharge.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse III - MC / CHC Per Diem :

Education : Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)

Experience : Equivalent to three years of full time experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care facility or community health agency with references and evaluations to show appropriate skill level. (A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a national certification in a nursing specialty may substitute for one year of the required experience. A masters degree from an accredited college or university in nursing may be substituted for two years of the required experience.)

Knowledge of : Current principles techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; medical terminology and patient care routine appropriate to clinical setting; medical instruments and equipment; the uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; community resources available to provide patient care and follow-up; federal state and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing; identification of potential discharge needs; payor source documentation requirements and governmental regulations affecting reimbursement.

Ability to : Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities in a patient care setting; plan and organize nursing plans for patients; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians patients and fellow employees; secure the cooperation of employees to work effectively together; assist in the instruction of entry-level nurses and ancillary personnel; keep abreast of developments in area of nursing specialization; evaluate the medical records of hospital admissions; make recommendations regarding continued stay necessity; identify discharge needs.

Other Requirements :

License : Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Certification : Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For more information regarding this position please contact the recruiter Lisette Jimenez via email at

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here : Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at : of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official / unofficial transcript(s) degrees and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. ( AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.

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Employment Type : Grant

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1