Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Overview

• The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients of diverse backgrounds, ensuring adherence to established clinical standards and practices.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care effectively, promoting wellness and healthy behaviors through education and support.
• Creates an inclusive environment for LGBTQ patients, offering physical and psycho-social support to patients and their caregivers.
• Engages in continuous professional development and cultural competency training to address the needs of underserved populations.
• Supports clinical team members by providing guidance and contributing to seminars and in-house trainings on patient care concerns.
• Ensures compliance with patient confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and organizational policies to maintain high standards of care.
• Monitors and oversees exam room preparation, ensuring availability of necessary equipment and supplies for patient visits.
• Participates in initiatives to improve service quality and patient flow efficiency within the healthcare setting.

Registered Nurse Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical and psychosocial needs, including pain and allergy evaluations.
• Administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments while promptly reporting critical lab values to providers.
• Triage urgent patient care requests, utilizing clinical judgment to determine appropriate levels of care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate care effectiveness and address preventive health screenings and follow-up appointments.
• Provide patient education tailored to age and learning needs, focusing on self-care and wellness strategies.
• Monitor inventory levels of medications and medical supplies, reporting to the Nurse Manager as needed.
• Maintain hygienic and safe working environments, adhering to infection control standards and procedures.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient and effective patient care delivery.

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate of Applied Science in Nursing required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical-surgical units, pediatrics, or adult triage preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse License in New York State required.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems, preferably eClinicalWorks, is advantageous.
• Bilingual abilities, especially in Spanish or South/East Asian languages, are preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members.
• Commitment to cultural competency and inclusivity in patient care practices.