Nurse Manager

Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc., a federally qualified community health center located in Durham, NC is recruiting for a Nurse Manager. Durham is known as the Bull City, the City of Medicine, the Tastiest Town in the South, and the Startup Capital of the South. It’s a two-hour drive from the beach, a three-hour drive from the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is North Carolina’s fourth largest city by population. Along the East Coast, Durham is located conveniently along I-85.

Job Summary
The Nurse Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department. This includes managing and leading a team of clinical staff including hiring, training and scheduling ensuring quality patient care, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. The clinical specialties overseen may include family medicine and/or adult medicine clinical practices.

Key Responsibilities
Ensure quality patient care by monitoring patient outcomes and implementing best practices
Quality patient care by monitoring patient outcomes and implementing best practices
Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and OSHA
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans
Manage the department budget and ensure financial goals are met
Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve department efficiency and effectiveness
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure departmental goals are met

Qualifications
Current RN license in the state of North Carolina
Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field
Minimum of 3 years progressive healthcare management or 5 years of experience in a healthcare management role
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements
Experience with budget management and financial analysis
Lincoln Community Health Center, Inc. (LCHC), mission is to provide primary and preventive health care in a courteous, professional, and personalized manner.

Key requirements for any position are our “Core Values”:
•Courtesy
•Respect
•Quality
•Accessibility
•Teamwork
•Continuous Improvement
•Accountability

LCHC provides comprehensive, high-quality primary health care to our patients regardless of ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide health care to all members of our community, including low income, uninsured patients and diverse communities. We screen potential employees to first ensure alignment with our key requirements followed by the requisite position skills set. In doing so staff must be committed to the mission who do their best to live and work the characteristics of our core values as we strive to care for ever increasing members of the communities we serve. Understanding that each individual is unique and recognizing our individual differences.

Please apply online: www.lincolnchc.org

Position Summary:
Provides direct patient care services by independently and interdependently scheduling, supervising, and/or conducting complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This position independently participates in the delivery of direct patient care within the scope of individual authority granted by the North Carolina State Boards of Medical Examiners and Nursing.

Job Responsibilities:
• Performs complete physical exams, obtains medical history; interprets and records findings.
• Orders/obtains appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies/tests to assist with patient evaluations, as needed.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine preliminary diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic plan.
• Administers medications, immunizations, and injections in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines.
• Performs direct patient care services, which may include instruction, education, counseling, recommendation of medications and treatments, health and illness prevention, and/or community resources to meet specific needs to patient and family.
• Coordinates and schedules laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to patients.
• Reviews, writes, and renews medication prescriptions, which corresponds to the written standing orders, and/or, to the consultation advice of the supervising physician.
• Documents, updates, and maintains patient records.
• Carries out patient care services under indirect physician supervision, such as suture removal, catheterization, burn and wound debridement, simple head injuries, dressing changes, pelvic exams, removal of foreign bodies from orifice or tissue, etc.
• Collaborates with physician in the management of acute or long-term patient needs: monitors/maintains a record of patient progression, and consults with supervising physician when patient progress does not meet anticipated and/or predetermined criteria.
• Collaborates with the designated Triage Nurse to address phone calls from patient seeking advice, answers to health questions, determination of being seen in the clinic, etc., home health nurses, teachers, inpatient medical team, PT ’s, OT’s, and physicians.
• Collaborates with Community Liaisons and Wraparound staff to coordinate patient complex caie, follow-ups, and continuity of care
• Reviews school reports, psychological evaluations, DEC evaluations, IEP’s, Early Intervention Reports, etc. with regards to patient care plan.
• Summarizes records and prepares referral letters.
• Communicates/confers with various outside agencies and resources regarding medical advice/information of clinic patients, such as dentist, social services, speech and hearing, etc., as needed.
• Refers patients to specialist, such as ENT, Pediatric Surgeon, Dermatologist, Neurologist, Asthma, etc., as needed.
• Participates in clinical research projects and prepares analyses/consensus report, when requested.
• Confers with other health professionals regarding patient condition, if necessary.
• Attends staff meeting once monthly.
• Attends Ground Rounds and continuing education meetings, as required.
• Promotes team, system, and organizational goals; maintains patient confidentiality and provides superior customer service.
• Disposes all disposable, contaminated, and used items into designated waste containers.
• Abides by all company policies regarding safety/health rules and regulations.
• Adapts to various situations and adjusts to shifting priorities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Preparation and Training:
Job duties require a broad knowledge of advanced nursing skills and comparable studies not available in undergraduate schools. Requires completion of a master’s degree Nurse Practitioner program and certification as an FNP or PNP. Must have a working knowledge of data processing equipment, computers, telephones, and such typical office machines and equipment. Must maintain effective written and oral communication and English skills. Must maintain current North Carolina RN and NP License, with a letter of approval from the NC Medical Board. CPR certification, and a NC driver’s license are also necessary.

Bertie County Rural Health Association (BCRHA) a HRSA funded, Section 330(e) Community Health Center (CHC) since 1984, is seeking a BE/BC full-time Family Nurse Practitioner. BCRHA uses a fixed site model of delivering primary care services; providing family and adult medicine, counseling, in-house pharmacy assistance and laboratory services. The health center owns two clinical facilities in Bertie County. Student loan repayment available. HPSA score is 15.
The main site is a 6,580 square foot, 8 exam room facility built in 2004. It is located on the campus of Vidant Bertie Hospital in Windsor. The hospital campus is also home to the Bertie County Health Department and the Department of Social Services. The satellite clinic of BCRHA is 17 miles away in Lewiston, NC. The Lewiston clinic is a 5,400 square foot, 12 exam room facility.
Bertie County, NC is located in the northeastern part of the state, near the Outer Banks and the coast of NC. The target population for BCRHA is the medically needy of Bertie County, defined as those living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
Compensation packages includes competitive salary, CME allowance, disability, life, medical and dental insurance. BCRHA, is a National Health Service Corp (NHSC), Federal and State Loan Repayment assistance site.

Vacation
PTO (Paid Time Off) – Sick Leave, Vacation and Two (2) Personal Days per calendar year

CME
Five days with $2,500.00 allowance per year.

Call Coverage:
Monthly rotation between providers

Bertie County Rural Health Association (BCRHA) a HRSA funded, Section 330(e) Community Health Center (CHC) since 1984, is seeking a BE/BC full-time Medical Doctor. BCRHA uses a fixed site model of delivering primary care services; providing family and adult medicine, counseling, in-house pharmacy assistance and laboratory services. The health center owns two clinical facilities in Bertie County. Student loan repayment available. HPSA score is 15.

The main site is a 6,580 square foot, 8 exam room facility built in 2004. It is located on the campus of Vidant Bertie Hospital in Windsor. The hospital campus is also home to the Bertie County Health Department and the Department of Social Services. The satellite clinic of BCRHA is 17 miles away in Lewiston, NC. The Lewiston clinic is a 5,400 square foot, 12 exam room facility.

Bertie County, NC is located in the northeastern part of the state, near the Outer Banks and the coast of NC. The target population for BCRHA is the medically needy of Bertie County, defined as those living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Compensation packages includes competitive salary, CME allowance, disability, life, medical and dental insurance.

BCRHA, is a National Health Service Corp (NHSC), Federal and State Loan Repayment assistance site.

Vacation
PTO (Paid Time Off) – Sick Leave, Vacation and Two (2) Personal Days per calendar year

CME
Five days with $2,500.00 allowance per year.

Call Coverage:
Monthly rotation between providers

RESPONSIBILITIES
 Preparation of medications for patients
 Receiving and verifying the prescriptions
 Pricing and filling of prescriptions
 Obtaining pharmacist’s approval
 Completing patient paperwork related to the filling of prescription.
 Assisting with insurance claims processing (usually a pharmacist will handle this, but assistant’s help will be needed – the entire process is done online)
 Stocking and pricing of medications in inventory
 Ensuring availability of drugs by delivering them to patients or facilities
 Maintaining pharmacy’s (and its patients’ employees’) safety by adhering to infection-control procedures, policies, and regulations
SKILLS
 1-year previous experience as Pharmacy Technician
 High school diploma or equivalency
 Pharmacy Technician Certification
 Knowledge of medication and dosage measurement
 Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Excellent Math skills
 Exceptional Customer Service skills
 Outstanding organizational skills
 Detail oriented
 Experience in Microsoft Office Suite Programs
 Must be fully vaccinated.
JOB TYPE

• Full-time – 40 hours
-Salary discussed during interview process

CWWCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The C. W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc. is expanding and looking for Medical Assistants to join our team! Medical Assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners running smoothly.

RESPONSIBILITES:

Update and maintain all digital client records
Record patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history prior to each appointment
Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
Escort patients to/from waiting room to clinical floor
Answer phone calls and greet patients as they enter the clinical floor
Assist in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Associate degree in a medical field (bachelor’s degree preferred)
2+years of experience working for a healthcare center, practice or hospital
High level of professionalism
Strong customer service skills
Inventory management experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Position reports to the Practice Manager.
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

PURPOSE: The Nurse Practitioner provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaborations with a physician according to a standard care arrangement and specialty certification. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health care problems. Certifications may include; adult, family, pediatrics and women’s health. Must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
1. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively communicate.
2. Exemplify teamwork.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skill.
4. Possess creativity (thinking out of the box).
5. The ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
6. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results- orientation.

ABILITY TO FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY
1. Acts in patient’s best interest of the Agency, Patients and Staff without waiting for direction.
2. Available and able to respond to patient crises – can identify and assess the situation and diffuse as appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITY OF CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS:
• All patient care and program activity is confidential. Violation of confidential matters is grounds for immediate dismissal.

INTEGRITY AND TRUST
Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

MISSION INTEGRATION
Adheres to the Mission of the CHC during both good and bad times; is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the CHC mission (provide quality services in a supportive environment to all people); acts in line with the values of the mission; practices what he/she preaches. The Development Director assists the CEO and Board of Directors to mobilize resources and steward them faithfully so that organization meets its strategic goal to provide quality medical care and ancillary services to its patients.

TEAM RELATIONS
Understands and supports the team approach; A team player and is cooperative. Easily gains trust and support of peers; Encourages collaboration; must have the ability to be candid with Peers; Fosters open dialogue; create a feeling of belonging to the team.

Responsibilities:
• Assess health status by obtaining relevant health and medical history
• Performs a physical examination based upon the age and patient history as per the Standard Care Arrangement with a collaborating physician
• Identifies significant health and medical risk factors
• Orders, interprets and evaluates laboratory test and other diagnostic studies to assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs
• Develops a diagnosis by analyzing and synthesizing collected data
• In collaboration with the physician, develops a treatment plan along with the patient and significant others
• Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification, law and C.W. Williams center privileges
• May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by prescriptive authority through North Carolina Board of Nursing and C. W. Williams policy
• Develops patient education plan
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements/Skills:
• Master’s Degree in Nursing, preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Two years clinical nursing experience preferred
• Licensed as RN in state of North Carolina
• National certification as Nurse Practitioner by nationally accredited organization
• Current certificate of authority by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, certificate to prescribe preferred
• EMR is strongly preferred
• Must have proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, Access or Lotus spreadsheet and database

The C.W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc. (CWWCHC) is looking for a board certified Primary care Family Physician to join our expanding primary care team and provide patients with high-quality treatment and diagnostic services. The ideal candidate is an intuitive healthcare professional whose diagnostic abilities are only matched by their concern for their patients. The person in the Physician role will be responsible for meeting, assessing and diagnosing patients in our health center and providing them with healthcare services that meet state and national standards for caregiving. This person will be responsible for prescribing patients with appropriate medication, health regimens, and lifestyle adjustments that will contribute to their recovery from diagnosed health issues, prevent future health issues and/or promote a healthier life. The right candidate will have a passion for providing diagnostic services to patients and will enjoy working closely with other healthcare professionals in our organization.
Responsibilities
· Work with the CWWCHC healthcare team to provide patients with primary medical care services within the standard of care for Internal Medicine patients.
· Develop a roster of patients by providing compassionate, holistic care
· See patients daily in the office
· Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate and called for.
· Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose condition of patients and propose treatment options.
· Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.
· Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up-to-date before prescribing medication/treatment.
· Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
· Adhere to departmental policies, procedures and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
· Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws (HIPAA).
· Record complete and timely medical records.
Qualifications
· Experience providing primary care and diagnostic services in a clinical setting.
· Experience prescribing appropriate medications, treatments and health regimens to treat patient health issues.
· Experience collaborating with specialists to explore patient health conditions and diagnose health issues.
· Experience working in a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with them to ensure positive, effective patient experiences with our organization.
· Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
· We are looking for a candidate with at least 3 years of experience in a Primary Care Physician role outside of their residency and who has the following certifications:
· MD or DO degree from an accredited United States medical school.
· Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution.
· Board certification in Internal Medicine or related field.
· Current State Medical Practitioner License.
· Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing.
· No board sanctions or actions in last 10 years
· Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
· FQHC experience preferred.

The C. W. Williams Community Health Center, Inc. is seeking an OB/GYN Certified Nurse/Midwife (CNM) to join our team! The OB/GYN Certified Nurse/Midwife (CNM) is responsible for assisting patients served through the Mobile Maternal Health program.

The CNM supports the OB/GYN provider through integrated approach to maternal health care and serving directly in locally designated communities with the focus on providing care to low-risk pregnancies; delivery of babies; provide family planning education; manage gynecological and obstetric care; may substitute for obstetricians/gynecologists in prenatal and postnatal care; facilitate Birthing and Lactation group trainings, as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide care to low-risk pregnancies.
Deliver babies.
Provide family planning education.
Manage gynecological and obstetric care.
Can substitute for obstetricians/gynecologists in prenatal and postnatal care.
Facilitate Birthing and Lactation group trainings, as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

License to practice as a Registered Nurse required.
Certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board and approved to practice as a Nurse Midwife in the state of NC.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider from AHA required.
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certified.
Minimum 1 year as a CNM or 5 years’ experience in labor and delivery.
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:

CNM: 1 year (Required)
Labor & delivery: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:

RN License (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
Certified Midwife (Required)
NRP Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person

CWWCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PURPOSE: The LCSW serves as The C. W. Williams Community Health Center’s (CWWCHC) Behavioral Health (BH) expert. The LCSW provides a variety of BH services within their scope of practice. In addition, may serve on various committees within and outside of CWWCHC related to integrated health care issues. The LCSW will model behaviors consistent with the published values and the Code of Conduct of CWWCHC.

INTEGRITY AND TRUST
Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

MISSION INTEGRATION
Adheres to the Mission of the CHC during both good and bad times; is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the CHC mission (provide quality services in a supportive environment to all people); acts in line with the values of the mission; practices what he/she preaches.

TEAM RELATIONS
Understands and supports the team approach; A team player and is cooperative. Easily gains trust and support of peers; Encourages collaboration; must have the ability to be candid with Peers; Fosters open dialogue; create a feeling of belonging to the team.

Responsibilities:
• Assesses patients for behavioral health needs utilizing screenings and assessments that are nationally acclaimed and standards of care.
• Diagnoses patients as allowed by the scope of practice.
• Provides evaluation of all patients and documents said evaluation into the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Provides crisis intervention for the organization.
• Provides brief intervention/treatment as needed.
• Provides consultations with patients both at Point of Care as well as a routine appointment.
• Identifies additional behavioral health needs and refers patient accordingly.
• Provides care coordination/care management and education to patients and staff members as required.
• Provides advocacy and other related outpatient services.
Requirements:
• Licensed as a LCSW by the state of North Carolina
• Three years of behavioral healthcare required
• Experience in Primary Healthcare Setting preferred
• Must possess tact, discretion, and diplomacy
• Critical thinking, problem- solving, and conflict resolution skills are essential
• Must possess a working knowledge of the current Diagnostic and Statistical manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
• Must be able to use protocols, guidelines and benchmarks to implement policies and develop quality improvements while utilizing best practices
• Excellent organizational skills, leadership skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency using EHRs systems and other computer programs
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple tasks and priorities in order to meet deadlines

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week and as requested by Supervisor.

SALARY: As specified in the Notice of Hire.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned.

CWWCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.