Nurse

Job Description

Job Title Nurse
Classification Staff | Member of Medical Services Team
Reports to Medical Services Manager
Status Part-time, 2 days a week; 14-20 hours per week

Primary Function
Under the supervision of the Medical Services Manager, the Nurse supports the delivery of high-quality, professional medical services for A Woman's Concern's patients. Responsibilities include pregnancy testing, patient education, STI testing, follow-up support, OSHA and privacy compliance, and other medical services as needed. The Nurse must maintain a working knowledge of nursing methods, principles, and practices related to disease prevention, patient safety, infection control, clinical systems, supplies, and equipment.

Educational Requirements
• Maintains a current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania.
• Maintains CPR certification and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Applies experience in women's health, obstetrics, or medical clinic settings.
• Demonstrates strong skills in clinical nursing procedures, patient communication, and electronic health record documentation.
• Collaborates effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team while upholding patient confidentiality and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Medical Services
• Applies the evidence-based FOCUS model as part of a team to ensure each patient receives accurate and truthful information and a high standard of emotional support in a controlled, professional environment.
• Equips women facing planned or unplanned pregnancies with medically accurate, evidence-based, life-affirming information to support greater peace of mind and confident decision-making.
• Provides direct patient services, including consultation, pregnancy testing, post-appointment follow-up as needed, education, and appropriate medical and social service referrals.
• Educates patients on sexual health, STI prevention, risk reduction, and the importance of timely testing and treatment, promoting overall wellness and informed health choices.
• Maintains confidentiality, upholds patient dignity, and ensures that every interaction reflects the organization's commitment to excellence, compassion, and respect.

Collaborative Care and Team Coordination
• Implements physician's orders accurately and advises physician(s) of patient progress and changes in condition as applicable.
• Refers patients for additional medical needs as directed by the Medical Services Team.
• Maintains accurate patient medical records and medical referrals.
• Protects patient privacy in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and center policies.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, sonographers, advocates, and support staff to deliver comprehensive, family-centered pregnancy care.
• Participates in care team collaboration to discuss plans of care, patient progress, and strategies for holistic support.

Documentation
• Maintains accurate, confidential, and timely medical records for all patient encounters.
• Documents clinical assessments and follow-up care in accordance with center policies.

Professional Development and Compliance
• Stays current with best practices and clinical guidelines related to pregnancy care.
• Participates in professional development activities that strengthen clinical support skills, including continuing education requirements and license renewal requirements.
• Assists in creating, updating, and maintaining compliance with center policies, AAAHC standards, and state regulations while upholding the center's life-affirming and faith-centered values.
• Models ethical behavior and demonstrates a commitment to the dignity and sanctity of life in all professional interactions.

Qualifications
- Supports a pro-life mission and expresses full agreement with and acts in concert with A Woman's Concern's Mission Statement.
- Maintains a consistent life-affirming philosophy and refrains from referring or advising a patient to have an abortion.
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, spiritual, and administrative skills; takes initiative and remains flexible and resourceful.
- Maintains appropriate licensure, credentials, and good standing.
- Respects confidentiality and privacy in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards.
- Demonstrates behaviors that align with A Woman's Concern's values.
- Complies with the policies and procedures of A Woman's Concern.
- Maintains professional standards of care.
- Communicates effectively through excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
- Follows through on commitments with dependability, stability, and professionalism.
- Demonstrates excellent team-oriented communication and relationship-building skills.
- Uses current technology effectively and learns new skills as needed.
- Successfully completes required background checks, clearances, onboarding, and competency requirements as applicable.

Physical Demands
Activities in performance of duties include sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting to 5 lbs., kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, keystroking on a keyboard or similar device, talking, hearing, and seeing.

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About the Employer

Our vision statement is to create a community where families are strong and life is cherished.

We provide an open door and inviting space to all women in need of resources related to pregnancy, parenting and sexual health and empower families with focused classes, dedicated support, and material assistance to uphold the value of every human life.

Our center provides prenatal and parenting education, community referrals, emergency material assistance, post-abortion care, and sexual integrity education.