Primary Care Registered Nurse RN Remote Hybrid Position

About the job

5K Sign On Bonus!

Southwest Care Center employees can answer yes to these 3 questions:

1. Do you want to make a difference?
2. Do you believe everyone is entitled to quality healthcare?
3. Do you desire to serve the underserved in your community?

For over 25 years, Southwest Care Center has been providing exceptional healthcare to the communities of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. We are a non-profit, FQHC-LAL providing medical, behavioral health, case management, community outreach, diabetes education, and pharmacy services. We are proud to offer gender equity medicine, syringe exchange, and HIV/Hep C treatment, testing and other services within our communities.

Southwest Care Center is currently seeking a full-time RN Care Coordinator. This role supports our Santa Fe clinics therefore, candidate must reside in the local market area of Albuquerque or Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Position Details:

• Serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary care team to identify high risk, high acuity patients that would benefit from care coordination.

• In collaboration with other providers and team members, develops interdisciplinary care plans for identified patients.

• Orients and educates patients (and family/support members as identified) by explaining the care coordination process and initiating their care plan.

• Coordinates care information and requirements with other care providers, resolves issues that could affect progression, and fosters peer support and education to others regarding the care coordination process.

• Continually evaluates adherence to and effectiveness of the care plan toward desired outcomes, modifying as necessary, to ensure the best outcome for the patient. Measures intervention effectiveness.

• Interacts both inside of SCC as well as externally to facilitate appointments, scheduling and completion of tests or other procedures, and to remove or minimize other barriers to adherence to care.

• May provide clinical care in compliance with SCC policy as well as the provisions of the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act.

• In collaboration with treating provider, refers patients to additional providers or resources to support specialized needs.

• Documents appropriately and timely in the EMR.

• Collects and analyzes data to support development and improvement of clinical best practice and SCC Quality programs.

• Supports research studies around care protocols, care planning and interventions.

• Participates in staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars as requested.

• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Candidate Highlights:

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience within an ambulatory/primary care environment preferred. LPN or Medical Assisting experience may be considered in lieu of this requirement.

• Completion of an associate degree in nursing required. Bachelors of nursing preferred.

• Valid Registered Nurse License in the state of New Mexico or other compact state.

Employment Highlights:

• M-F 8-5 typical schedule.

• Competitive rate of pay.

• Generous time off plans including sick and holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement and other professional development programs.

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, supplemental life and spousal coverages, employer paid disability, and access to the 340B prescription program if a patient at SCC.

Interested in this Position? Need More Information?

Apply today and we will connect you with a member of our recruitment team. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
If you experience difficulty applying or need assistance please contact HR@southwestcare.org .

*Please note, we are unable to respond to resume inquiries.

Living & Working in New Mexico:

• The Land of Enchantment offers residents a way of life that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States. Our clinic locations are in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. Each with its own unique vibe and both offering all the perks you get when you call New Mexico Home.
• Rich cultural and historical diversity.

• 310 days of sunshine, combined with a mild, dry climate and four distinct seasons! You’ll forget what humidity is when you live here.

• Unlimited year-round outdoor opportunities including hiking, rock-climbing, rafting, motorized sports, and even skiing. Yes, we have really big ski mountains in and around the deserts of New Mexico!

• Diverse and inclusive communities with amazingly kind people from all walks of life.

• Gorgeous landscapes that include desert and majestic mountains. New Mexico has to be to be seen to believe.

• Continuous festivals, concerts, and events including the internationally known Balloon Fiesta of Albuquerque.

• International airport providing low-cost, quick access in-country and out.

• Big city amenities found in Albuquerque with easy access from Santa Fe (50 min). Many of our employees commute between these cities. Both cities are connected by the NM rail system for those looking for a relaxing commute with a breath-taking view.

• Great schools and family friendly communities.

• And let’s not forget about New Mexican cuisine—it is some of the best food in the country. Will you have red or green?

Southwest Care Center is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Job Details:

Location:
NM Albuquerque - Jefferson

Worker Type:
Employee

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40