Interim Nursing Manager

Description Interim Nursing Manager Since Imperial Beach Health Center first opened its doors in 1971, our mission has been to provide high quality medical care for all members of our community. As a community focused health center we are committed to being responsive to the health care needs of our area.

We invite you to join our new team at Nestor Community Health Center and be part of our success. Each employee is hired to make significant contributions to our center.

We offer a pleasant working environment while a making a gratifying contribution to the community. This position is responsible for the overall office and nursing care provided to patients of the Nestor Community Health Center.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for overall supervision and training of LVN and Medical Assistants to assure appropriate nursing care is provided to all patients. Performs and delegates triage to maximize patient access while assuring smooth and efficient patient flow.

Participates in quality assurance activities of the Clinic. Instructs and educates patients on health care issues as requested by Providers.

Prepares and administers medications as ordered Responsible for ordering and maintaining an adequate inventory of medical and pharmaceutical supplies. Organizes supplies and pharmaceuticals to assure compliance with State regulations and Provider need.

Provides telephone and written follow-up to all Clinic patients with abnormal test results, in accordance with clinical protocols, to assure continuity of care. Directs staff performing laboratory testing to assure efficient, safe and reliable testing procedures are followed Assist in preparing Health Center for audits and inspections.

Maintains a referral network of health care providers/agencies that can be used for Imperial Beach Health Center patients whose health care needs cannot be met by the Clinic III. QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Possession of a valid California Registered Nurse License. 2. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 3.

Knowledge of community nursing preferred. 4. Five years experience in an outpatient medical facility. 5.

Supervisory experience and/or training preferred. 6. Possess and maintain a CPR card specific to their job duties.