Registered Nurse - Waterville FHC

External Community Memorial Hospital•Waterville, NY

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides patient care at Waterville Family Health Center. The role obtains and documents patient health information, assesses health conditions, carries out prescribed care, monitors treatment, and educates patients and families. The nurse uses the electronic medical record to document care and collaborates with physicians, other health providers, community resources, and multidisciplinary teams. Occasional travel to other Family Health Center locations may be required.

Requirements

RN degree.
Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
BLS certification required.
Minimum of two years of professional nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

Strong clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
Obtain and document health history, chief complaint information, vital signs, and health risk factors, and assess disease condition.
Provide patient care according to practice guidelines, standards of care, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions; administer prescribed medications; and monitor and document treatment progress and patient response.
Delegate duties as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act.
Refer to or consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent or resolve problems or concerns.
Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Document patient assessment and intervention data using the electronic medical record and documentation practices.
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
Track quality assurance data and monitor acute and chronic care management.
Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
Post test and examination results.
Respond to or refer incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
Travel occasionally to other Family Health Center locations, as required.