Registered Nurse (RN) - Family Practice
About The Position
The Registered Professional Nurse uses the nursing process to diagnose and treat actual or potential human responses to health problems in individuals or groups. The nurse contributes to an environment that supports St. Peter's Health Care Services' mission, patient outcomes, and professional nursing practice. This full-time role is based at 1 Maple Commons in the Saratoga/Wilton area and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The role includes patient intake and education, clinical documentation, coordination and follow-up of care, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered New York State RN license.
- Basic Life Support certification.
- At least 6 months of previous RN experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Bring patients to exam rooms, take appropriate vital signs, and document in the electronic medical record.
- Review and update medication lists in the EMR for provider review and submission.
- Complete referrals and track patient compliance.
- Review electronic prescriptions and send them to providers for review and submission.
- Obtain patient consent for procedures as directed by the provider.
- Perform pre-visit planning and review quality metrics.
- Retrieve clinical information from patients who call the office.
- Monitor the task list and complete provider-assigned tasks in a timely manner according to urgency.
- Educate patients about medication, testing procedures, and home care techniques.
- Ensure proper labeling, handling, and documentation of patient specimens.
- Follow up with patients about test results based on provider guidance.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment.
- Maintain the medical supply and drug cabinets with other nursing colleagues.
- Use the electronic medical record to communicate effectively.
- Perform assigned quality assurance duties.
- Provide patients with a clinical visit summary (Patient Plan), including educational materials, as requested.
- Participate in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate.
- Work cooperatively with colleagues to ensure quality patient care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous tuition allowance
- Career development
- Strong orientation program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
