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Dodgeville, WI · On-site

$144 - $176/hr

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What is an NHSC job?

An NHSC job refers to a position within the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), a government program that provides loan repayment and scholarships to healthcare professionals working in underserved communities. These roles include physicians, nurse practitioners, dentists, and other healthcare providers committed to improving access to care in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). In exchange for their service, NHSC professionals receive financial support to help offset education costs.

What are the typical work environments for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) clinicians?

NHSC clinicians are most commonly placed in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs), which can include community health centers, rural clinics, tribal health facilities, and federally qualified health centers. These work environments often involve serving patients with limited access to healthcare resources and require adaptability to varying patient volumes and needs. Team structures can vary but usually include a mix of medical, nursing, and administrative professionals working collaboratively to provide comprehensive care. The experience allows clinicians to develop strong skills in resourcefulness, teamwork, and culturally competent care while making a tangible impact on community health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the NHSC position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) clinician role, you typically need a valid healthcare license, clinical experience, and a commitment to serving underserved communities. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs), federal program requirements, and compliance protocols is often necessary. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills help you connect with diverse patient populations and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams. These abilities are vital for delivering quality care, fulfilling program missions, and improving health outcomes in high-need areas.

What specialties are needed in NHSC?

The NHSC (National Health Service Corps) funds primary care specialties such as family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and general dentistry. They also support behavioral health, nurse practitioner, and physician assistant roles to address healthcare shortages in underserved areas.

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Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

Progressive Community Health Centers

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$24.50 - $32.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

We're Hiring!
 
Progressive Community Health Centers is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse! This is a full-time position that does not require late nights of holidays. 

Are you a student in your last year of medical, nursing, or dental school, or a licensed primary care clinician?

If so, you can receive loan repayment assistance through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program (NHSC LRP) or you may be eligible to receive loan repayment assistance from the NHSC Students to Service Loan Repayment Program (NHSC S2S LRP).


National Health Service Corp Loan Repayment Program:

In exchange for loan repayment, you serve at least two years of service at an NHSC-approved site in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA).

Important Dates | Determine Your Eligibility | Disciplines | Sites | How to Apply

Who are we?
Founded in 1999, Progressive Community Health Centers is an independent non-profit organization that operates four clinic locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More than 100 employees support our agency's mission to improve the health and quality of life of the community by providing culturally competent services that address identified needs. We provide high quality, comprehensive care to roughly 16,000 patients annually, majority of who are low-income. No one is ever turned away from our clinics based on insurance status or ability to pay. We value a patient-centered philosophy and provide range of services that include Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Women's Health, Urgent Care, Dental, and Integrated Behavioral Health. We also offer supportive services such as case management, health education and benefits enrollment.
Job Summary

The RN/LPN works collaboratively as an active member of the interprofessional team to provide therapeutic patient and family centered care. The RN/LPN systematically and continuously collects and assesses data related to patient health status to develop, execute and evaluate the plan of care. The RN/LPN utilizes evidence to drive clinical decisions and practice related to individual and population health. The RN/LPN establishes goals and strategies for meeting care coordination needs across settings with the patient, family, and/or other care providers. The RN/LPN considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and fiscal accountability in planning and delivering care. The RN/LPN participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives and assumes responsibility for their professional development.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Service - Provides coordinated, patient- and family-centered nursing care by actively collaborating with the interprofessional team to meet care needs across settings.

  1. Telephone and MyChart triage: According to the chief complaint, assess the severity of the patient's symptoms and guide the patient to the appropriate level of care (Scheduled visit, Same day slot when available, Walk-In/Urgent Care, or Emergency)
  2. Address all medication refill requests by directly refilling when allowable per protocol, pending prescription with correct pharmacy information and sending to the Provider team, or advising patient that an appointment is needed for further refills. Review and triage the lab/x-ray results received in the office and notify the physician or other healthcare provider of critical values.
 
Empowerment - Empowers patients, families, and care partners by establishing shared goals, supporting care coordination, and using evidence-based information to guide informed decision-making.
  1. Call patients with abnormal results as directed by providers and report abnormal results to governing bodies as directed (such as required STI reporting and lead reporting). Perform patient education and instruction regarding medication regime and documents in the medical records.
  2. Seeks educational opportunities to increase clinical competence, personal and professional growth through in-house education material, conferences, and community resources.

Compassion - Demonstrates compassion through therapeutic relationships, attentive assessment, and respectful engagement with patients and families throughout the continuum of care.

  1. Demonstrate tact, courtesy and respect in all interactions with patients, visitors, and staff as well as outside agencies.
  2. Promote a positive working environment that represents cooperation and collaboration between programs, services and co-workers.

Quality - Ensures high-quality care by systematically assessing patient data, applying evidence-based practice, prioritizing safety and fiscal responsibility, participating in continuous quality improvement, and maintaining professional development.

  1. Based on established protocols, administers oral, subcutaneous, intra-dermal, intramuscular medications.
  2. Perform nurse visits and documents encounters within 72 hours.
 
 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program require. Currently licensed in the State of Wisconsin required. Previous experience with patients of all age groups required. Experience within a community health center and with EPIC preferred. Two years of general nursing in a clinic or hospital setting strongly preferred.


It is mandatory that all employees, employed providers and volunteers are vaccinated. All hired candidates must submit proof of vaccination prior to their orientation. This is a mandatory requirement for Progressive Community Health Centers. The purpose is to minimize exposure to and transmission of the influenza virus in the workplace by providing occupational protection to employees and thereby preventing exposure to members of the community, which we serve.


Equal Employment Opportunity: Progressive Community Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, disability, arrest and/or conviction record, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by law.

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