Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Current unencumbered NYS RN license
Basic Life Support certification
Minimum of 6 months previous RN experience
Ability to lift 20 lbs.
Responsibilities
Bring patients to exam room and document vital signs in EMR
Review and update medication lists for provider review
Complete referrals and track patient compliance
Review and send prescriptions electronically for provider approval
Obtain patient consent for procedures as directed
Educate patients on medication, testing procedures, and home care techniques
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including disinfecting areas
Benefits
Strong orientation program
Generous tuition allowance
Career development opportunities
Monday - Friday, 10-hour day shifts
Focus on quality of life and work-life balance
Full Job Description
Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day Shift
Description: Registered Nurse - Medical Practice- Full time.
If you are looking for a Nurse RN, position in Waterford this could be your opportunity.
This position is located at 158 Saratoga Ave Waterford, NY.
Position Highlights:
Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
Work/Life: Monday - Friday, 10-hour shift, days.
What you will do:
The Registered Professional Nurse has the responsibility and accountability to utilize the nursing process to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential problems of individuals or groups. The Registered Professional Nurse works within and contributes to an environment where the St. Peter's Healthcare Services mission is actualized, patient outcomes are achieved, and professional practice is realized.
Responsibilities:
Brings patient to exam room, takes appropriate vital signs and documents in electronic medical record.
Review and update medication list to ensure accurate and complete list in electronic medical record (EMR) available for provider review and submission.
Complete referrals and tracks patients' compliance.
Review prescriptions electronically and send prescriptions to providers for review and submission.
Obtains patient consent for procedures as directed by provider.
Performs pre-visit planning and reviews quality metrics.
Retrieves telephonic clinical information from patients who call into the office.
Monitors task list and completes tasks assigned by provider in a timely manner based on urgency.
Educates patients regarding medication, testing procedures and home care techniques.
Ensure proper labeling, handling and documentation for patient specimens.
Follow up with patient regarding test results based on advice given by provider.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment.
In conjunction with other nursing colleagues, maintains the medical supply cabinet and drug cabinet.
Uses the electronic medical record to communicate effectively.
Performs quality assurance duties as assigned.
Provides a clinical visit summary (Patient Plan) to patient as requested including educational materials.
Participates in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate.
Works cooperatively with all colleagues to ensure quality patient care at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
HS Diploma/equivalent required
Current unencumbered NYS RN license
Basic Life Support certification
A minimum of 6 months previous RN experience
Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
RN Pay Range: $36.00 - $47.52 Pay is based on experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
