RN - Per Diem, Pulmonary Office
Albany Med · United States · $85,280–$132,184 (stated in the posting)
Department/Unit:
HBD - Medicine PulomonaryWork Shift:
Per Diem (United States of America)Salary Range:
$85,280.00 - $132,184.00Registered Nurse (RN) – Per DiemPulmonary & Critical Care Office – Albany, NY
Work schedule: Monday – Friday
We have an exciting opportunity for an RN to join our Pulmonary & Critical Care outpatient practice team of dedicated healthcare professions that provide exceptional care!
The Pulmonary and Critical Care Department includes physicians who are leading experts in their fields and have expertise in a broad range of pulmonary diseases including asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, COPD, critical care, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, pulmonary hypertension, sarcoidosis, sleep apnea, and sleep-related disorders.
Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Manager (RN) and/or Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider
Documents components of patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) in EHR
Obtains and documents a patient’s focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure
Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP
Assesses and documents response to medication and treatments rendered to patient, if applicable
Communicates in an open and appropriate manner with patients, visitors and staff
Participates in in-office procedures under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP
Performs diagnostic POCT and CLIA waived testing per MD/APP order and documents results in EHR
Performs venipuncture per order of MD/APP
Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary
Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics
Prepares patient’s chart for pertinent clinical information
Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA
Assists with in-office procedures, as related to Clinic Specialty
Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies
Orientation and education of newly hired staff
Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices
Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness
Maintains inventory of supplies, and keeps patient examination rooms stocked
Other duties and responsibilities, as within scope of practice, as required or deemed necessary to clinic functionality
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required
NYS current RN licensure is required
Previous nursing experience in an ambulatory care setting or at least 1 year of nursing experience obtained outside an ambulatory care setting
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.