Registered Nurse - Narragansett Indian Health Center
Charlestown, RI
About the Job
SUMMARY: The Narragansett Indian Health Center (NIHC) has an IMMEDIATE opening for a full-time Clinic Staff Registered Nurse (40 hrs/wk M-F) to join our professional interdisciplinary team. NIHC has a generous benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Summary: Become part of an innovative organization of dedicated health care providers working to meet the individual health care needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives(AL/AN). NIHC employees are considerate in our care, creative in our approach, enthusiastic about out work and compassionate with our patients. Our work is unique and community oriented with a focus on service to improve the health of our individual tribal members and tribal community. Join us in improving the health outcomes of American Indians and Alaska Natives AI/AN).
The Clinic Staff Nurse performs a variety of professional nursing care procedures and treatments for outpatient, specialty clinics, and urgent care. The nurse assesses patients of all ages, initiates treatment, administers therapeutic measures and collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team. The position reports to the Supervisory Clinic Nurse.
This position is located in the new NIHC building located at 51 Old Mill Rd in Charlestown, RI. Charlestown and other local area towns have beautiful beaches, nearby. The Mashantucket Pequot Museum is about 30 minutes south of us, the Mohegan Museum is about 48 minutes from us and there are many other attractions in and around Southern RI, not far from our location.
APPLICANTS:
NIHC is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of Interiors definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within. You must submit a resume to qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform duties of the position. Your resume must describe your job-related qualifications and include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experienced (month and year), hours worked per week, annual salary at each job, description of job duties, the name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number. If you are selected for this vacancy you must undergo an FBI fingerprint backgroubd check. Fingerprint results must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation, including drug screen as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for employment in your position. If you are found not suitable , you will be terminated after you begin work. You must provide 3 professional references, your requested salary, a copy of your current, valid, unrestricted license from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or territory of the United Sates. This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and family Violence Protection Act(25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957. Seasonal influenza immunization is required for civilian health care facility staff. COVID-19 vaccination is required. Other immunizations as required by HTTPS://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/216-20-15-7.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Malpractice insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
Physical Setting:
* Clinic
* Outpatient
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
* Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CPR (Preferred)
* RI RN license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Summary: Become part of an innovative organization of dedicated health care providers working to meet the individual health care needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives(AL/AN). NIHC employees are considerate in our care, creative in our approach, enthusiastic about out work and compassionate with our patients. Our work is unique and community oriented with a focus on service to improve the health of our individual tribal members and tribal community. Join us in improving the health outcomes of American Indians and Alaska Natives AI/AN).
The Clinic Staff Nurse performs a variety of professional nursing care procedures and treatments for outpatient, specialty clinics, and urgent care. The nurse assesses patients of all ages, initiates treatment, administers therapeutic measures and collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team. The position reports to the Supervisory Clinic Nurse.
This position is located in the new NIHC building located at 51 Old Mill Rd in Charlestown, RI. Charlestown and other local area towns have beautiful beaches, nearby. The Mashantucket Pequot Museum is about 30 minutes south of us, the Mohegan Museum is about 48 minutes from us and there are many other attractions in and around Southern RI, not far from our location.
APPLICANTS:
NIHC is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of Interiors definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within. You must submit a resume to qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform duties of the position. Your resume must describe your job-related qualifications and include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experienced (month and year), hours worked per week, annual salary at each job, description of job duties, the name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number. If you are selected for this vacancy you must undergo an FBI fingerprint backgroubd check. Fingerprint results must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation, including drug screen as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for employment in your position. If you are found not suitable , you will be terminated after you begin work. You must provide 3 professional references, your requested salary, a copy of your current, valid, unrestricted license from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or territory of the United Sates. This position is covered by Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and family Violence Protection Act(25 United States Code Chapter 34) requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this law, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957. Seasonal influenza immunization is required for civilian health care facility staff. COVID-19 vaccination is required. Other immunizations as required by HTTPS://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/216-20-15-7.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Malpractice insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
Physical Setting:
* Clinic
* Outpatient
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
* Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CPR (Preferred)
* RI RN license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Source : Narragansett Indian Health Center