Registered Nurse

About the role

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and evaluates the nursing care regimens for clients.
• Plans, coordinates and assesses client care.
• Identifies client needs and provides direct nursing care based on the client’s care plan.
• Drafts and updates client care plans.
• Documents client care with accurate and accessible records.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement and evaluate client care.
• Functions as preceptor to students, new hire candidates and other clinical team members/ staff when needed.
• Administers prescribed medication to clients and keeps accurate records of all medication administered in accordance with law and Sun River Health policies and procedures.
• Utilizes standing orders in accordance with Sun River Health policies and procedures.
• Communicates with Pharmacy, Laboratories and other vendors as needed.
• Maintains professional competence through participation in staff development and educational program.
• Provides clinical education and counseling to patients for health promotion and disease prevention to improve health outcomes.
• Administers prescribed medication to clients and keeps accurate records of all medication administered in accordance with law and Sun River Health policies and procedures.
• Functions as preceptor to students, new hire candidates and other clinical team members/ staff when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required.
• New York State Registered Nurse License Required.
• CPR/BLS Certification Required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in computer systems and software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Discounts on various products and services.

Pay

$45.00/hr to $52.11/hr

Schedule

Full Time