Position: Staff Nurse
Classification: Non-Exempt, PRN, Part Time, and Full Time (8-32 hours weekly)
Reports To: Raffa Clinic Director, Executive Director and Medical Director
Qualifications/Background:
- Be licensed as a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state of Texas, in good standing
- Maintain an active Texas nursing license and CPR certification, comply with state and professional licensing and continuing education requirements
- Successfully pass required background checks (conducted annually)
- Exhibit strong interpersonal and administration skills
- At least 1-year experience working in related field, preferable Women/Infant Health, or OB/GYN preferred
- Be able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as law enforcement reports, government or agency regulations, and legal interpretations
- A minimum of two-year commitment for this position is preferred
- Have faith in God and have accepted salvation through His son, Jesus Christ; daily living in a relationship with God that would be evident in your life, through word and deed
- Have strong commitment to the Mission of Raffa and be in full agreement with Raffa’s Statement of Faith, Core Values Statement, and Mission Statement.
- Exhibit strong commitment and dedication to the pro-life position and sexual purity
- Attend church on a regular basis
- Computer and database management capabilities
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent typing skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Willingness to pursue ongoing training
- Self-motivated, dependable, and responsible
- Willing to and able to travel, as necessary
- Occasional nights and weekends required to participate in community events as needed
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and carry 40+ pounds up to waist high level
- Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, walk, reach, climb on a step stool or ladder, and be able to be sedentary or stand 50% of the time
Duties:
Responsible for delivering health education and information to individuals who are pregnant, parenting, or grieving the loss of a child. This role involves providing evidence-based information on prenatal care and pregnancy, parenting, grief management, and emotional well-being. The nurse ensures clients are well-informed about their health and options, empowering them to make decisions that support their overall well-being and that of their families.
- Provide clinical services in accordance with level of expertise and training
- Verify appropriate consents and forms, conduct patient intake and needs assessment,
- Provide information to clients on pregnancy, parenting, and pregnancy options and make appropriate community and resource referrals. Refer to Case Manager if appropriate
- Follow-up with clients and referrals as needed
- Follow established medical and organization policies and procedures and standing orders under the supervision of the Clinic Director
- Maintain accurate case notes and documentation
- Provide support to the other clinic and medical staff, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, chaperoning ultrasound exams
- Assist with general office management and operations as needed
- Provide education on Pregnancy and Infant care at Raffa Family Center as needed
- Conduct regular inventory of medical and clinic supplies, ensure that the clinic inventory is valid and relevant and communicate needs to the Clinic Director.
- Ensure medical equipment is clean and functioning properly, disinfect equipment as required, maintain quality control logs as required.
- Ensure the facility is neat, clean, safe and welcoming to our clients and volunteers while maintaining confidentiality and privacy
- Follow procedures and policies for all medical emergencies
- Annual review of center policies and procedures, infection control regulations, and safety procedures
- Ensure compliance with grant guidelines, reporting metrics, and deadlines
- Assist in grant reporting to funders by collecting relevant data
- Communicate needs for supplies and resources to the Clinic Director
- Participate in all organizational training and certification as required by supervisors
- Assist volunteers with direction and guidance as needed
- Assist with ensuring the facility is neat, clean and safe and is welcoming to our clients and volunteers while maintaining confidentiality and privacy
- At all times be a Raffa Ambassador in the community
- Report child abuse/neglect to supervisor
- Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of all client information and communication, adhering to data protection policies and laws
- Other duties as assigned
This is a non-exempt position. Your work week is limited to 32 hours, calculated Monday to Sunday. Hours worked must be logged into the Intuit Quickbooks app. No overtime is authorized without prior approval from the Executive Director. Raffa retains sole discretion to determine when employees must work greater than 40 hours per week. Working unauthorized overtime hours may lead to disciplinary action and even termination.
Raffa does not enter into employment contracts with its staff employees. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and can be amended at any time. This description does not create contractual rights or obligations. All employment with Raffa is on an at-will basis and Raffa reserves the right to terminate any employee at any time, with or without cause.
