You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Urgent Care Registered Nurse to join a high-volume, high-stress orthopedic urgent care environment, assisting with approximately 85 patients per day across a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and triage patients based on their acuity and coordinating the patient care with the assistance of the staffing providers.
• Patient and family education; acting as a patient advocate.
• Electronic order entry and documentation of all necessary treatments given.
• Scanning records into the patients EHR.
• Faxing orders for continued care, such as PT/MRI/CT/US orders.
• Observe, record and report patient conditions and respond according to nursing standards.
• Answer any potential phone calls and document in the consultation notes.
• Assisting providers with patient care, including but not limited to splinting, DME application, wound management, etc.
• Phlebotomy/processing of laboratory samples.
• Cleaning patient rooms and other areas of the unit.
• Maintaining, set up, and cleaning unit equipment.
• Document any procedures, supplies needed and used during the encounter.
• Checking x-rays, labs, cultures etc., and the need for follow up with patients seen in the urgent care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Strong background in either orthopedics or fast-paced urgent care.
• BLS certification.
• Direct orthopedic urgent care experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly and perform effectively in a new environment.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience.

Skills

• Strong background in orthopedics or fast-paced urgent care.
• Ability to hit the ground running without requiring extensive operational orientation.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Additional Requirements

• Total Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week.
• Schedule Options:
  • Weekday: Three 12-hour shifts.
  • Weekend: Two 12-hour shifts plus two 6-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday.
• Weekend Rotation: Work 1 out of every 4 weekends.
• This is a 6-week contract with potential for extension and an opportunity to convert to a permanent position.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.