Job DescriptionUnder the general direction of the Supervisor/Manager of Clinic Operations with clinical oversight from the Director of Clinical Operations, RN: The Lead Clinic RN is responsible for delivering holistic nursing care to patients in an ambulatory (outpatient) setting. This care is tailored to each patient's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and adapts appropriate care strategies for all stages of life. A key function of this role is to coordinate patient care by applying the nursing process - assessing, identifying, planning, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of care and educational needs. This coordination happens through direct patient contact as well as telephonic, telehealth, or electronic encounters. This role blends clinical expertise with administrative duties. The Lead Clinic RN oversees the daily activities of nursing staff, resolves clinical issues, ensures safety, and acts as a vital link between patients, nurses, and management. Leadership responsibilities include team guidance, problem-solving, and serving as a resource for both staff and management.
Required Qualifications:- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Upon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License
- Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
- 2 years Ambulatory Nursing Experience.
- If specialty, experience preferred in specialty clinic.
Preferred Qualifications:- Upon hire: Certification in related specialty area
- 5 years Professional nursing experience.
About the TeamLocated in sunny Tri-Cities, Washington, Kadlec is the largest non-profit healthcare provider in the region, offering primary and specialty care to patients in the Tri-Cities and surrounding region. Kadlec is the premier choice for customer service excellence, providing compassionate healthcare by combining cutting-edge technology and innovation with evidence-based, patient-focused care.
Kadlec is the home to a growing open-heart surgery and interventional cardiology program, the region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a world-class all digital outpatient imaging center as well as a number of other innovative services and programs.
