Registered Nurse - Orthopedics

Registered Nurse - OrthopedicsCayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.The role of the registered nurse is to support the physicians and/or mid-level providers in the practice with clinical activities and direct patient care. The RN's focus in the cardiology practice will be phone triage and you must have attention to detail and ability to prioritize the acuity of each situation. Other responsibility may be to assist in appointment scheduling, nurse visits and other related activities for optimal patient service. RN's by nature of licensure have an oversight responsibility to other clinical staff (LPN and MA).Roles and Responsibilities:Performs professional nursing care in accordance with NYS Nursing Practice ActCarries out all assigned nursing procedures while maintaining a calm and profession demeanor during emergent situationsProvides patient education, as requested providerPrepares patient record for visit, including but not limited to chart prep and nurse note documentationParticipates in scheduled team meetings to discuss clinical roles, processes and patient concernsWorks well with members of the team to achieve patient centered care as well as quality by implementing best practice standardsThe shifts for the RN position are starting at 7:30am - 5:30 pm M-F no call or weekendsRequired Skills and Experience:Graduation from accredited RN programCurrent NYS licensure as a registered nursePreferred Skills and Experience:Basic knowledge of Cardiology diseases and treatmentKnowledge of medical insurance carriers and how to obtain prior authorizationKnowledge and ability to perform manual blood pressure checksPhysical Requirements:Standing-70%Sitting-30%Reaching-50%Lifting-must be able to lift 40 lbsLocation and Travel Requirements:Onsite- 16 Brentwood Dr. Ithaca, NY. 14850. 1122 Commons Ave. Cortland NYPay Range Disclosure:$37.05 to $44.65 per hourCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.