Reproductive Rights Jobs in Tucson, AZ (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY
Provides direct nursing care to clients during the surgical abortion procedure and for recovery care for post-surgical abortion period. The RN works in partnership with the Health Center Team to provide quality patient care and excellent customer service. Participates as a member of a team providing confidential, quality patient services, allowing patients to maintain a sense of dignity, trust and safety. Follows PPFA and the organization’s protocols, policies and procedures and any center-specific policies and procedures. Ensures productivity expectations, customer service and compliance standards are maintained. Abides by the organization’s mission in performing job duties. 

Clinic Working days: Monday - Friday

Clinic Hours (Varies): 7am (earliest) -7pm (Latest)

Part-time Openings
GENERAL PRIORITIES
Procedure Room
Provide excellent customer service. 
Ensures that any client who requests an abortion is aware that she may change her decision at any time
Assist physician and patient during abortion procedures 
Ensure patient electronic records/charts and logs are completed
Notifies physician of any medical problem
May perform blood draws, TB testing, injections, including vaccines, basic ultrasonography
Dispenses medications to the client as directed by the abortion physician.   
DIRECT RESPONSIBILITIES
Recovery Room
•    Monitor patients in recovery room.
•    Maintains client statistics to be given to on-call staff. 
•    Maintains accurate inventory of all drugs that are dispensed in the recovery room.  
•    Completes appropriate cleanup of the recovery room at the end of each clinic 
General Responsibilities
•    Practices nursing within the scope of a registered nurse and in accordance with agency protocols and policies.  
•    Provides education in a non-judgmental manner to patients by providing support and information on reproductive and sexual health issues.
•    Consults with organization physician when deviates from standard medical protocols.  
•    Complies with all applicable state, OSHA, CLIA standards, infection control, safety, and DEA regulations. 
•    Understands and complies with policies regarding patient rights.  
•    Participate in health center staff meetings, trainings, quality improvement initiatives and emergency drills. 
•    Creates and maintains an environment of dignity and safety for patient sensitivity and privacy.  
•    Provides direct nursing care to clients. Provides on-call and health center coverage as scheduled.  
•    Ensures that all emergency equipment is available and in proper working order prior to each clinic. 
•    Understands and complies with all pharmacy policies. 
•    Provides health education for reproductive health issues as needed. 
•    Takes personal responsibility to remain informed about family planning methods, abortion issues and technology.
GENERAL ATTRIBUTES
•    Outstanding moral character and commitment to neutrality, confidentiality, and professionalism
•    Ability to build trust and relationships with broad and diverse audiences 
•    Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on tact and diplomacy
•    Ability to identify and solve complex problems using good judgment and discernment 
•    Ability to work independently in a fast-paced growth environment
•    Proven project management skills and track record of delivering results on time  
•    Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to interpret data, identify trends and recommend solutions
•    Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in HRIS, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•    Willingness to travel to all health centers in service area and work flexible hours as needed

QUALIFICATIONS  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
RN license in the state where assigned. 
1-year clinical healthcare experience.
Must be able to prioritize.   
Good communication and strong organizational skills.   
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.   
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current BLS and ACLS Certificate from a hands-on course.
Valid driver’s license
Insurable driving record