Registered Nurse

• Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking an opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in an outpatient setting?
• Are you driven to ensure positive patient experiences through skilled clinical practices, effective communication, and a strong commitment to safety and satisfaction?
• Do you thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on developing and implementing comprehensive patient care plans?

If you answered YES to these questions, then explore the Registered Nurse opportunity with the Damien Center!

Damien Center empowers communities and persons affected by HIV/AIDS in the state of Indiana by being a leading resource, provider, and advocate for comprehensive HIV/AIDS care, prevention, education, and related services. Damien Center, Damien Cares and Damien Pharmacy provide client-centered social services focused on care coordination, clinical and pharmacy services, mental health, housing, and nutrition to the Indianapolis community.

Position Summary:

Damien Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Clinic Team. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, triage support, patient education, and collaborate with providers to develop care plans in an outpatient setting. You'll monitor patient progress, maintain accurate records, assist with referrals, perform clinical tasks, and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation adhering to best practices
• Conduct patient education on health maintenance, prevention, and treatment
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical team on care plans
• Monitor and document patient progress, maintaining up-to-date medical records
• Assist with referrals, follow-ups, and continuity of care
• Perform clinical duties - vital signs, wound care, specimen collection, diagnostic tests
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies and maintain safe environment
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and developing clinical protocols
• Provide emotional support to patients and families
• Provide clinical guidance to medical assistants
• Actively contribute to a supportive team culture

Qualifications:

• BSN or ADN from accredited nursing program
• Current RN license in Indiana
• Minimum of 1 year clinical nursing experience, preferably in outpatient setting
• Experience with diverse populations and HIV/STI clinical knowledge preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Excellent clinical, critical thinking, communication and time management skills
• Proficient with EHR systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong organization, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities
• Compassionate, team-oriented, adaptable, committed to professional development

Salary & Benefits:

• FLSA Status: Hourly, Full-time, Non-Exempt
• Salary:
  Up to 2 years' experience: $35.64/hr
  
  2-4 years' experience: $36.69/hr
  
  5-9 years' experience: $38.46/hr
  
  10 years plus: $40.00/hr
• 150 hours of PTO in the first year followed by 195 hours per year moving forward.
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical coverage options include a PPO plan or a HDHP.
• Dental & Vision plans
• Health Saving Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403b Retirement Account with 5% matching and 100% vesting after 90 days
• Life Insurance @ 2 times the annual salary
• Voluntary Life Insurance Plan including spouse and child coverage options
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Premium Subscription to the CALM APP which assists with anxiety, stress & other mental health challenges
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Annual performance review that includes an annual performance-based salary increase