Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Imaging - Wilton

Trinity Health•Saratoga Springs, UT

23h•$39 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Registered Professional Nurse is responsible and accountable for using the nursing process to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential problems of individuals or groups. The nurse works within and contributes to an environment that advances St. Peter's Healthcare Services' mission, achieves patient outcomes, and supports professional practice. This full-time position is based at 1 Maple Commons Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York, in a busy outpatient medical imaging office. The schedule is Monday through Friday during office hours on the day shift.

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 required.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or 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 to ensure they are accurate and complete for provider review and submission.
Complete referrals and track patient compliance.
Review prescriptions electronically 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 the task list and complete provider-assigned tasks promptly according to urgency.
Educate patients about medications, testing procedures, and home care techniques.
Ensure proper labeling, handling, and documentation of patient specimens.
Follow up with patients regarding test results based on provider advice.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment.
Maintain medical and drug supply cabinets in collaboration with 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, upon request.
Participate in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate.
Work cooperatively with colleagues to ensure quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.