Registered Nurse - Sexual Health / LGBTQ+ / HIV
Ally Wellness Inc.
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Description
Job Summary
Join our dynamic Primary Care and HIV Fast Track Health Clinic as a Registered Nurse (RN), where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to diverse patient populations (LGBTQIA+). This energetic position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment focused on early intervention, health promotion, and comprehensive management of patients with HIV and other primary care needs. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and adherence to clinical standards. Your expertise will help empower individuals to achieve better health outcomes through proactive, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and physical examinations, to determine immediate needs and long-term health goals.
- Draw labs, perform PAP smears, STI testing, and administer medications, including IV, IM, SubQ injections and IV infusions, following aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
- Manage triage processes for incoming patients, prioritizing urgent cases such as acute pain or infectious disease concerns.
- Document all patient interactions accurately using electronic health record (EHR) systems ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provide health coaching and education tailored to individual needs, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention strategies.
- Assist with laboratory specimen collection and processing, ensuring proper handling for diagnostic evaluation.
- Support treatment planning and follow-up care coordination for patients transitioning from inpatient or emergency settings.
Skills
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for efficient documentation and patient tracking.
- Experience with infectious disease care, HIV management, and primary care protocols.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
- Skilled in medication administration, including IM and SubQ injections, IV insertion, phlebotomy, IV catheter care, and aseptic technique.
- Critical care experience preferred, with familiarity in triage, acute pain management, and urgent care procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including individuals with developmental disabilities or those requiring long-term or hospice & palliative medicine.
- Excellent communication skills for patient education, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Join us at Ally Wellness in making a meaningful difference by providing essential healthcare services in our modern, state-of-the-art, vibrant clinic setting in South Norwalk, CT! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive environment dedicated to excellence in patient care.
Website: https://allywellnessct.org/
Pay: From $44.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in State of CT (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Norwalk, CT 06854 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Plata: From $44 an hour
Requirements
Nivo: mid level
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