Registered Nurse

Nurse

Reports To: Head Nurse

Responsibilities:

• Assessment of patient's, families and community health needs
• Active role in interviewing and case finding
• Perform initial interviews, assessment and preparation of patients
• Execute medical regimens as prescribed by the practitioner
• Assist practitioners with patient care, on- and off-site
• Maintain quality nursing care, nursing notes and plans
• Perform necessary nursing procedures, i.e., injections
• Provide patient education and counseling
• Training and supervision of volunteers, paraprofessionals, and the licensed practical nurse
• Be familiar with emergency procedures and protocols
• Be familiar with clinical policies and programs
• Be familiar with referral procedures and back-up sources
• Be familiar with lab procedures and back-up laboratories
• Coordinate and direct patient flow during clinical sessions
• Coordinate special clinical programs as needed
• Participate and coordinate on- and off-site screening projects
• Assist with the compilation of health statistics
• Act as the patient's advocate and liaison for preservation of patient's rights
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York
• Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required
• One to two years of experience in professional nursing
• Bilingual in English/Chinese (Mandarin)

Compensation and Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
• Paid time off (6 weeks)
• Continuing medical education time and allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• National Health Services Corps loan repayment program available, and
• The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program