Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Imaging - PD

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

3d•$41 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

St. Peter's Health Partners is hiring a Senior Registered Nurse for an as-needed, per-diem role in an outpatient Cardiology Office at 2 Palisades Drive in Albany, New York. The Registered Professional Nurse uses the nursing process to diagnose and treat actual or potential human responses to health problems. The nurse contributes to an environment that supports the organization’s mission, patient outcomes, and professional practice. The position is described as an RN IV role and offers Monday–Friday office hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current, unencumbered New York State RN license.
Basic Life Support certification.
Six months of previous RN experience.
Ability to lift 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Bring patients to exam rooms, take appropriate vital signs, and document them in the electronic medical record.
Review and update medication lists in the electronic medical record for accuracy and provider review.
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 by telephone from patients calling the office.
Monitor task lists and complete provider-assigned tasks promptly according to urgency.
Educate patients about medication, testing procedures, and home care techniques.
Label, handle, and document patient specimens properly.
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, when requested.
Participate in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate.
Work cooperatively with colleagues to ensure quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.