Registered Nurse

Reports To

Head Nurse

Responsibilities

• Assess patient, family, and community health needs.
• Conduct interviews and case finding.
• Perform initial interviews, assessments, and preparation of patients.
• Execute medical regimens as prescribed by the practitioner.
• Assist practitioners with patient care, on- and off-site.
• Maintain quality nursing care, nursing notes, and plans.
• Perform necessary nursing procedures, including injections.
• Provide patient education and counseling.
• Train and supervise volunteers, paraprofessionals, and licensed practical nurses.
• Be familiar with emergency procedures and protocols.
• Be familiar with clinical policies and programs.
• Be familiar with referral procedures and backup sources.
• Be familiar with lab procedures and backup laboratories.
• Coordinate and direct patient flow during clinical sessions.
• Coordinate special clinical programs as needed.
• Participate in and coordinate on- and off-site screening projects.
• Assist with the compilation of health statistics.
• Act as the patient’s advocate and liaison for the preservation of patient rights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York.
• Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required.
• One to two years of experience in professional nursing.
• Bilingual in English/Chinese (Mandarin).

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Employer-paid dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health, and dependent care.
• Paid time off (6 weeks).
• Continuing medical education time and allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Discount Programs.
• National Health Services Corps loan repayment program available.
• The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.