RN-Ambulatory - Urology - 23 Hackett Blvd

Job Summary Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Urology Surgery Unit (HBD – Surgery Urology) Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $60,028.00 – $99,023.00 (annual) Job Description Summary Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and under 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 a patient’s care plan and clinic visit. The RN works effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals. Responsibilities Obtain and accurately record patient vital signs; report abnormal values to treating provider Obtain and document a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical, and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure Administer medications and treatments to patients in clinic under the direction of a physician or APP Participate in in‑office procedures, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP; document results in EHR Review and triage incoming test results, patient requests, and pharmacy renewals; facilitate call‑backs to patients as necessary Facilitate utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics Delegate tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA Adhere to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies Orient and educate newly hired staff Complete continuous/annual education related to clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices Provide education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree from a state‑accredited Registered Nursing program Hands‑on NYS current RN licensure to practice professional nursing Current CPR certification Certification in specialty, ambulatory setting preferred Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients, family members, or other employees within the work setting Familiar with computer software (MS Word, Excel) Experience with electronic health record preferred Ability to give medications via all routes and calculate medication doses Benefits Excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision Employer‑funded pension plan Paid leave Pre‑Employment Requirements All new employees are required to successfully complete all applicable federal, state, and institutionally mandated pre‑employment screening requirements: Relevant background check(s) Drug screen PPD / Tuberculosis test Reference check Applicable vaccinations Employment Terms This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med, 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 policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Albany Med is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr