Registered Nurse I, Ambulatory Care

About the role

The best thing about this role is the opportunity to make a difference by improving the health of our patients. We are committed to helping the population we serve and our communities achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Affords nursing care and services to patients throughout the life span and in various settings consistent with educational preparation.
• Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately and works in collaboration with the care team to contribute to the plan of care.
• Analyzes assessment data to identify patient problems and utilizes data to continuously meet care coordination needs.
• Identifies expected outcomes individualized to the patient.
• Evaluates patient response to plan of care and works in collaboration with the inter-professional team to make any needed adjustments.
• Implements and records interventions appropriate to diagnosis or patient problem.
• Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of identified goals and initiates or participates in patient outcome improvement activities.
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Directs and supervises patient care provided by LPNs and support personnel.
• Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures.
• Acts effectively as a group leader or preceptor when assigned.
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity.
• Accurately signs informed consent for indicated procedures, 100% of the time, as measured by random supervisory chart review.
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice.
• Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.
• Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy by providing documented evidence of completion to supervisor.
• Provides to supervisor /manager evidence of completion of all required training and competency validation.
• Performs Similar or related duties as requested or directed.

Requirements

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing, required or...
• Vocational / Technical Diploma Professional Nursing Program, required or...
• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred

Qualifications

• New graduate, or less than 1 year of experience, required
• NYS licensure as Registered Nurse or valid interim permit is required
• BLS certification will be required within 6 months
• Other certifications may be needed based on department requirements

Skills

• Clinical Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Attention to Detail
• Advocacy
• Adaptability

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Frequent fit testing
• Constant typing, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing, standing, stooping, talking, walking, visual acuity
• Hazards - Occasional radiation/radiant energy
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions

• Frequent odors
• Travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retail benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

• Minimum USD $36.76/Hr.
• Maximum USD $55.13/Hr.

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.