Client Care Nurse (RN)

Abria Pregnancy Resources is a life-affirming organization serving women and families facing the challenges of an unexpected pregnancy. Our clients experience friendship, hope and encouragement through positive and life-affirming medical and personal support services, education, and resources.  

Position Summary:

In cooperation and coordination with the Nurse Manager, the Client Care Nurse administers all medical services offered through Abria, including: pregnancy testing, sexually transmitted infection (STI) services, limited obstetrical ultrasounds, prenatal education, education during the course of medical testing administration, and all aspects of other medical services at Abria.

Time Commitment: Regular, non-exempt position. Full- or part-time schedule, including occasional Saturdays.

Location: St. Paul and North Minneapolis clinics, as well as off-site meetings and appointments as applicable.

Supervision: Nurse Manager

Essential Functions:

  1. Support clients utilizing the most current factual information and striving always to become more proficient regarding the following topics or issues: 
    • Basic pregnancy related issues  
    • Options education 
    • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Diseases (STDs)  
    • Chastity and abstinence 
    • Contraceptives and fertility awareness  
    • Post-abortion support or referrals 
  2. Under the direction of the Medical Director and Nurse Manager: 
    • Perform pregnancy tests, STI testing, limited obstetrical ultrasounds, prenatal education, making assessments, documenting all required information, providing education and appropriate resources. 
    • Implement established infection control policies and procedures. 
    • Keep medical exam rooms, lab areas and medical equipment clean and in good working condition. 
    • Accurately document findings in client electronic record and maintain confidentiality of that data.  
    • Participate with quality assurance, including chart review, random chart audits and annual review of staff compliance. 
    • Assist in the review and update of medical policies, procedures and services. 
    • Strive to improve medical services offered. 
  3. Provide accurate education, resources and materials related to medical services offered. 
  4. Follow all protocols and procedures for internal referral to the Abria Empowers and Equips programs, including appropriately and smoothly transition clients to client advocates prior to and following the administration of medical services. 
  5. Provide follow-up contact with clients when appropriate and possible. 
  6. Maintain a respectful and collaborative working relationship with all Abria staff, volunteers, board members and Medical Director. 
  7. Stay current on medical developments, practices, factual information and procedures in each of our service areas. 
  8. Respect and maintain client and organization confidentiality at all times. 
  9. Provide occasional backup support for incoming client phone calls and reception duties, as needed. 
  10. Comply with Abria Policies and Procedures and all laws, rules, regulations, standards and best practices appropriate to the position. 
  11. Other duties as assigned. 

Essential Qualifications:

  • Agreement with Abria Values and Approach:
  • Commitment to Abria’s organizational values. We believe in: the inherent dignity of each person, from conception to natural death; the right of our clients to receive comprehensive, truthful information in a respectful and compassionate way; and the importance of addressing the needs of the whole person – physical, emotional, spiritual and social – when providing services. 
  • Dedication to pro-life belief in the dignity, sanctity and worth of every human life. We do not perform or provide referrals for abortions. We do not recommend or provide artificial contraception. We promote healthy choices regarding sexuality that both honor the dignity of the human person and completely avoid sexually transmitted infections and unexpected pregnancy. 
  • Education: Registered nurse (RN) with current MN licensure. At least 2 years of nursing experience; OB preferred. Trained in Limited Obstetrical Ultrasounds or willing or be trained.

Training:

  • Elevate Life’s 16-hour training seminar and annual training.
  • Training and certification in Limited Obstetrical Ultrasound.
  • Orientation to Abria Pregnancy Resources and on-the-job training with the Nurse Manager and other client-facing staff.
  • Other as necessary and approved.

Compensation:

  • Regular, on-site, part- or full-time, non-exempt hourly wage.
  • Paid personal time off, holidays and other leave as outlined in Abria policies.
  • Health insurance as outlined in Abria policies.
  • Professional development as negotiated.

To apply, please email completed application (below), cover letter, resume and three references to hr@abria.org.

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