Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Urgent Care team located in Poughkeepsie, NY!
The schedule for this role would be four (4) days a week, 10 hour shifts, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Pay: $40.00 - $70.00/ hour (Depending on Experience & Education)Excellent Benefits Package!!
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients and their families following the nursing process, established standards and practices. Assist providers and other team members in coordinating patient care in a fast paced environment. Functions as a resource and charge nurse overseeing the daily activities of the department and support staff (LPNs and Medical Assistants).
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
URGENT CARE VISITS:
- The Urgent Care RN utilizes evidenced based knowledge and the nursing process to provide patient-centered care to individuals with non-urgent and urgent illnesses/injuries
- Gathers current symptoms and detailed patient history in order to efficiently consult and coordinate with the providers to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
- Oversees patient care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Medical Assistants in the Urgent Care
- Responsible and accountable for delegating and coordinating care provided to Urgent Care patients
- Performs approved technical procedures competently (e.g., EKG, phlebotomy, starting/ monitoring IVs, selected laboratory tests, etc.) as may be required in clinical practice area
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient’s individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner
- Performs triage assessments and reports emergencies within the EMR system
- Participates in QI and QA projects related to the highest standard of patient care
- Performs initial and ongoing assessments as needed and monitors changes in the physical and psycho/social needs of patients utilizing the nursing process
- Effectively and competently addresses patient phone calls, provides lab results, and schedules same-day appointments as necessary based on UC policies
- Prepares the patient for and assists in complex procedures and treatments
CHARTING:
- Patient charting is entered into the EMR accurately and in a timely manner
- Provides clinical direction to the support staff (LPNs, Medical Assistants)
MISCELLANEOUS:
- Utilizes principles of infection control in the delivery of care
- Adheres to COVID-19 policies and protocol
- Orders, maintains, and stocks supplies as needed
- Participates in yearly UC training opportunities
- Assists in precepting new hires
- Ensures that all clinical equipment is maintained in clean, working order
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum education: Associate Degree; Baccalaureate, preferred
- Minimum experience: 1 year experience in Emergency or Critical Care setting
- NY State RN License
- BLS Certified required
ACLS highly preferred
- IV certification preferred
- Completes competency skill checklist within first 3 months.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
- Outpatient
- Urgent care center
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Required)
Work Location: In person