Hybrid Registered Nurse - Outpatient bei First Choice Health Centers

First Choice Health Centers is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) who will join our team as a key clinical leader supporting the health and safety of patients and staff through employee health program coordination, infection prevention and control, vaccine management, and clinical staff education and competency assessment. The RN works collaboratively with leadership, providers, and external partners to promote regulatory compliance, quality care delivery, and workforce readiness.

*This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling at 24 hours per week (no weekends or evenings).

Why First Choice?

We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being! For part-time employees:

• Be a part of a compassionate and collaborative care team!
• Retirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employment
• Complimentary premium Calm Health membership (#1 mental health app)
• Recognition programs
• The annual pay range for this position is $38.50 - $46.00/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, certifications, etc.

For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred)
• Current RN license in the state of Connecticut, in good standing
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Knowledge of current vaccination guidelines and infection prevention standards
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and state immunization registries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to design and deliver educational content and training
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple responsibilities
• Bi-lingual with fluency in Spanish preferred but not required.

Experience and Training:

• A minimum 2 – 3 years of RN experience, preferably in an outpatient or public health setting
• Knowledge and experience with primary care setting, including pediatric immunizations, infection prevention and clinical education strongly preferred

Standard Job Duties:

• Coordinate onboarding health screening process through designated occupational health partners including TB testing, immunization review, and company required drug testing.
• Coordinate annual flu vaccination clinics and other employee immunization campaigns.
• Track and manage employee exposures, post-exposure follow-up, and return-to-work evaluations.
• Maintain confidential employee health records and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention policies and procedures.
• Participate in infection control rounds, audits, and internal assessments.
• As needed, educate staff on standard precautions, hand hygiene, PPE usage, etc.
• In partnership with the Pharmacy and RN Manager, monitor vaccine ordering, storage and management per CT DPH guidelines for CT WIZ. Ensure accurate documentation in the EHR and immunization registry.
• Monitor vaccine inventory and ensure proper vaccine storage and handling.
• As needed, administer immunizations in accordance with CDC, Center policy, and state guidelines.
• Coordinate orientation and onboarding for new clinical staff, including training and competency assessment
• Support annual competency assessment process in alignment with clinic policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify skill gaps or performance improvement opportunities.

COVID-19 considerations: Employees of First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.

First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test, including testing for marijuana, before beginning employment.

First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.