Ambulatory Care Nurse (FGP) - Boca Raton, Florida

NYU Langone Health • Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

The Ambulatory Care Nurse supports the coordination, integration, communication, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practice and clinical policies and procedures. The role participates in site and organizational quality and performance improvement activities, systematically collects patient healthcare data, and collaborates with licensed providers to develop patient-centered plans of care. The nurse provides comprehensive care through treatments and medication administration, monitoring for adverse events or symptoms, disease prevention guidance, rehabilitation and public health care, and supportive care, including health teaching and counseling.

The nurse performs examinations, diagnostic testing, triage, procedures, and patient monitoring; documents care in the electronic health record; communicates clinical information to patients and families as directed; and consults with providers and clinical supervisors on treatment plans. The position also supports patient safety, quality initiatives, interdisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, professional development, and a positive patient experience in accordance with NYU Langone Health and Faculty Group Practice standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; a baccalaureate degree in Nursing is highly preferred.
• A Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing requires at least one year of experience and a plan to earn a baccalaureate degree.
• Current Registered Professional Nurse license in Florida.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Fluent written and spoken English-language skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Required licenses and certifications: Florida Registered Nurse license and Basic Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification.
• Membership in pertinent professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests, collect patient histories, and document clinical information in the electronic health record.
• Provide information, counseling, and education to patients and families regarding test results and treatment plans as directed.
• Administer medications, vaccinations, oxygen, and IV therapy; provide wound care; and conduct in-person and telephone triage.
• Assess and monitor patient responses to treatments, procedures, anesthesia, and sedation; interpret patient information and make treatment decisions as appropriate.
• Consult with clinical supervisors and licensed providers to determine appropriate patient treatment plans.
• Direct, supervise, and delegate work to licensed practical nurses, medical assistants, and technicians as needed.
• Coordinate, implement, communicate, and evaluate nursing practice and clinical policies and procedures.
• Support patient safety initiatives, reporting, quality initiatives, clinical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and serve as a support and resource for nursing staff, other clinical staff, and providers.
• Participate in clinical inquiry and promote evidence-based practice and professional development.
• Execute medical regimens prescribed by licensed providers; assess patient needs, identify complications or unmet needs, coordinate care, and provide direct care.
• Perform onsite testing, including point-of-care laboratory testing, EKGs, specimen collection and phlebotomy, screenings, spirometry, allergy testing, and other listed tests.
• Perform nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with the plan of care, provider orders, and applicable scope of practice; assist with minor and major procedures.
• Facilitate medication refills by reviewing clinical information and preparing orders for provider authorization in the electronic medical record.
• Manage clinical in-baskets, close encounters promptly, receive and report critical lab values, and relay clinical results to patients as directed.
• Review results to prioritize urgent findings and notify providers for final verification; escalate urgent or emergent patient concerns appropriately.
• Provide care and case management for defined populations through multidisciplinary plans as needed.
• Assess health status, learning needs, barriers to care, and patient-specific needs; develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient-centered plans of care.
• Educate patients and families to support healthy adjustment to changes in health status and promote health and wellbeing.
• Provide emergency care in accordance with organizational policy and report professional misconduct appropriately.
• Promote a positive patient experience by following the FGP CARES service principles and applying the LEARN model for service recovery.
• Work with colleagues, site management, Patient Access Center, and Central Billing Office teams to resolve inquiries, improve patient access, and support a positive patient experience.
• 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.
• Resources and services intended to support employees and their families through career development, family life, and retirement planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time