Registered Nurse (RN) - Cayuga Primary Care - Ithaca Mall - Full Time

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols.

About the role

The Registered Nurse (RN) supports physicians and/or mid-level providers in the practice with clinical activities and direct patient care. The RN may also assist in appointment scheduling and other related activities for optimal patient service. RNs, by nature of licensure, have oversight responsibility for other clinical staff (LPNs and medical assistants).

Responsibilities

• Performs professional nursing care in accordance with the New York State Nursing Practice Act.
• Carries out all assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of patients, per practice.
• Takes and records patient's vital signs.
• Performs triage for physicians/providers regarding clinical questions, prescription refills, test results, and other patient calls per practice protocols.
• Prepares patient's record for visit and patient education, as directed by physician/provider.
• Maintains compliance regulations.
• Participates in scheduled team meetings to discuss/clarify roles, responsibility, processes, and patient issues.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and committees, as requested.
• Provides care management by communicating with community agencies as appropriate.
• Works with all members of the team to achieve patient-centered care as well as quality care by using best practice standards and case management.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited RN program.
• Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of diseases and treatment.
• Knowledge of medical insurance carriers and how to obtain prior authorization.
• Knowledge and ability to perform manual blood pressure checks.

Skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing: 70%
• Sitting: 30%
• Reaching: 80%
• Bending: 50%
• Lifting: Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Schedule

Full time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (variable shift up to 6:00 pm).

Pay

$37.05 to $44.65 per hour.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive employee benefits programs.
• Opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through professional development programs.

Location: Onsite at 40 Catherwood Rd, Ithaca.