Registered Nurse (RN) Pulmonary & Sleep- Cayuga Medical Associates- Full Time- Days NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS
About The Position
Registered Nurse (RN) Pulmonary & Sleep- Cayuga Medical Associates- Full Time- Days NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS 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. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. The purpose of the Registered Nurse position is to support the 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. RN's by nature of licensure have an oversight responsibility to other clinical staff (LPN's and medical assistants).
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited RN program
- Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse
- BLS Certification
Nice To Haves
- 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
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
- Prepares exam rooms and sterilizes equipment and supplies per protocols.
- Prepares equipment and assists physicians/providers with procedures, patient care and/or scheduling.
- Performs triage for physicians/providers with regard to 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.
- Provide 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 the best practice standards and case management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
