Ambulatory Care Nurse - Peds Urology - Lake Success

NYU Langone Health • Village of Lake Success, NY

2d • $117,978 - $117,978

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is hiring an Ambulatory Care Nurse for its pediatric urology practice in Lake Success. The nurse supports coordination, integration, communication, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practice and clinical policies and procedures. The role includes participation in quality and performance improvement activities, systematic patient data collection, and collaboration with licensed providers to develop patient-centered plans of care. The nurse provides comprehensive care through treatments and medication administration, monitoring for adverse events, disease prevention guidance, rehabilitation and public health care, symptom relief, health teaching, and counseling.

The position involves assessment and direct care, performing diagnostic tests and procedures, documenting in the electronic health record, patient and family education, telephone and in-person triage, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary colleagues. The nurse also supports patient safety and quality initiatives, helps ensure a positive patient experience, and contributes to professional development and evidence-based practice.

Requirements

• Current Registered Professional Nurse license in New York; required license listed as Registered Nurse License-NYS.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• If hired after September 1, 2025, a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution is required. An associate degree in nursing may be approved by Nursing Leadership if the candidate has at least two years of nursing experience in the applicable area and enrolls in a baccalaureate nursing program to be completed within two years of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification.
• Membership in pertinent professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations, diagnostic tests, onsite testing, and patient assessments; collect patient health histories and document clinical information in the electronic health record.
• Provide patients and families with information, counseling, and education about test results and treatment plans as directed by providers.
• Administer medications, vaccinations, oxygen, IV therapy, and other treatments; provide wound care and manage peripheral and central IV lines as appropriately certified.
• Perform nursing procedures and assist with minor and major procedures, including patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures, testing, medication administration, and treatment.
• Assess and monitor patient responses to treatments, procedures, and anesthesia; interpret patient information and make treatment decisions as appropriate.
• Consult with clinical supervisors and licensed providers to determine treatment plans and escalate urgent or emergent findings.
• Perform in-person and telephone triage, provide clinical advice within RN scope or provider direction, and facilitate care and case management for a defined population.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary providers and other health care professionals; direct, supervise, and delegate to licensed practical nurses, medical assistants, technicians, and other team members as appropriate.
• Support nursing practice and clinical policies, patient safety reporting, quality initiatives, clinical standards, and regulatory activities.
• Manage clinical inboxes and close encounters promptly; receive, document, prioritize, and report critical and other clinical results, and relay results and follow-up information to patients as directed.
• Develop and implement individualized, patient-centered plans of care; identify learning needs and barriers to care, educate patients and families, and evaluate progress toward expected outcomes.
• Participate in clinical inquiry and evidence-based practice, maintain professional competence, pursue professional development, and mentor peers and colleagues.
• Promote a positive patient experience by communicating professionally, collaborating with colleagues, anticipating patient needs, supporting service recovery, and sharing opportunities to improve access and service.
• Provide emergency care in accordance with organizational policy and perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time