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American Family Care Shelton

Shelton, CT

Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

Benefits/Perks

Great small business work environment
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, and more!

Company Overview

American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.

AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

Job Summary

To assist in the care of patients by providing general nursing care, within the urgent care scope of practice.

Responsibilities

Perform triage of newly registered patients
Direct patients to available examination rooms and ensure rooms are set up based on patient's initial complaint
Collect biological specimens and perform testing when requested
Perform wound care when and electrocardiograms when indicated
Assist physician with patient care when requested
Follow established medical protocols and procedures
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience post-graduation working as a licensed Registered Nurse with a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Register Nurse in an Emergency Department
Current CPR certification
Understanding of the concepts of universal precautions, HIPAA, and OSHA
Team player, excellent verbal, and written communication skills, adaptable in different situations, possess excellent client interaction skills, able to multi-task and work independently