Registered Nurse (RN) – Patient Educator & Clinical Nurse
Community Health Center of the Black HillsLocation: Rapid City, SD
Employment Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Organization: Complete Health (FQHC)
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Complete Health is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Registered Nurse (RN) – Patient Educator & Clinical Nurse to join our care team. This unique dual-role position blends hands-on clinical nursing with patient education and chronic disease management, allowing you to build meaningful relationships while improving health outcomes for underserved populations.
If you are passionate about education, prevention, and whole-person care, this role offers the opportunity to truly impact lives every day.
What You’ll Do
Clinical Nursing & Patient Care
- Provide direct nursing care across the lifespan in a primary care setting
- Perform clinical tasks including vital signs, medication administration, specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing
- Assist providers during exams and procedures
- Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR
- Follow all safety, infection control, and HIPAA standards
Patient Education & Chronic Disease Management
- Deliver individualized education on chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and preventive care
- Use culturally and linguistically appropriate teaching methods
- Support patient self-management through motivational interviewing and goal setting
Care Coordination & Collaboration
- Coordinate care with providers and interdisciplinary team members
- Identify and help address barriers to care (transportation, medication access, health literacy)
- Refer patients to community resources and support services
Leadership & Outreach
- Provide guidance and support to LPNs, MAs, and clinic staff as needed
- Participate in team huddles, quality improvement initiatives, and case reviews
- Assist with community outreach events, wellness fairs, and health education programs
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required
- Current, unrestricted RN license in South Dakota
- BLS/CPR certification
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
Preferred
- Experience in community health, primary care, public health, or FQHC settings
- Background in patient education or chronic disease management
Skills That Set You Apart
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Cultural humility and commitment to health equity
- Comfort working with diverse, underserved populations
- Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation