Registered Nurse-Liverpool Family Practice
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides patient-centered outpatient care at a family practice clinic serving patients of all ages. The practice uses an integrated, team-based approach to wellness, health maintenance, medical care, and early intervention. Nurses receive an orientation to department workflows and work with an interdisciplinary care team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings until 7:00 p.m. and rotating Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon three to four times per year. The position includes therapeutic nursing interventions such as tube feeds and dressing changes, medication administration after completion of the medication course, and documentation in EPIC. The nurse provides direct care to patients and families in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, national standards of practice, and nursing and clinical service standards. Career advancement opportunities include preceptor and Registered Nurse roles. The work takes place in a clinical setting with Exposure Class I. Physical demands are classified as medium work, including frequently lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as standing, walking, sitting, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching. The role has contact with all services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and regulatory and professional agencies. The position is supervised by the Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing.
- Current licensure in the State of New York.
- Current BLS/CPR.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands: frequently lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to patients and families using the Nursing Process.
- Ensure quality nursing care in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
- Perform therapeutic nursing interventions, including tube feeds and dressing changes.
- Administer medications after completion of the medication course.
- Document care using the EPIC system.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including registered nurses, medical social work, care managers, nutrition, rehabilitation services, spiritual care, and pharmacy.
- Participate in orientation and continuing education, and maintain knowledge and skills related to areas of expertise.
Benefits
- Generous tuition allowance
- Flexible self-scheduling options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
