Staff Registered Nurse – Outpatient/Ambulatory Clinic

Overview

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in an outpatient/ambulatory clinic setting, ensuring adherence to established standards and protocols.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care strategies effectively.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, treatments, and procedures to promote understanding and compliance.
• Perform clinical tasks including triage, medication administration, and therapeutic treatments as per protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities and outcomes in compliance with standards.
• Act as a resource and advocate for patients, connecting them with appropriate services and support.
• Ensure patient safety and infection control measures are consistently applied in the clinic environment.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge in nursing practices.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct systematic assessments of patients’ physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health to determine care needs.
• Administer medications and perform therapeutic treatments, including respiratory interventions and CPR as required.
• Coordinate patient care activities, delegating tasks to allied nursing personnel where appropriate.
• Provide telephone triage and communicate test results in collaboration with healthcare providers.
• Educate patients and families about treatments, procedures, and self-care strategies to ensure understanding.
• Monitor and manage clinical inventory, ensuring availability of necessary supplies and forms.
• Promote patient safety and infection control practices in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and maintain confidentiality in patient care management.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing or equivalent educational background required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in ambulatory, medical surgery, or emergency room settings preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in New York State with current RN registration certificate.
• Certifications in BCLS, Infection Control, and Child Abuse required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform venipuncture and administer medications including immunizations.
• Strong clinical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills essential for the role.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills including typing and familiarity with information systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred to enhance patient communication.