Description
Finger Lakes Community Health uses BambooHR for the hiring and onboarding of our staff. All communications for recruitment will come directly from BambooHR (notifications@) and may appear as spam.
About Finger Lakes Community Health:
Finger Lakes Community Health (FLCH) was founded in 1989 with an original mission of serving the region's agricultural workers by linking individuals to area resources and providing essential health services. In 2009 the organization expanded to become a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), serving patients of all incomes, ethnicities, and walks of life. Over the last decade, FLCH has grown to provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services to over 28,000 patients at eight health centers. With over 200 employees we strive to provide high-quality and innovative health care services to the Finger Lakes Region.
Benefits Offered:
Monday through Friday schedule, closed all major holidays
Medical insurance with a 90%+ employer contribution
Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Safe Harbor 3% 401k contribution
Robust PTO offerings
Education reimbursement
Job Summary:
This position will be a split position between Ovid Community Health (primary location) and Geneva Community Health.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the overall management of nursing care for patients. This includes assessing patient health needs, developing nursing care plans, and educating patients on relevant health management information. This position also oversees the operational running of the medical clinical area and patient communication within the electronic health record system . The Lead RN will directly oversee nursing staff at the site, generally between 2-6 employees based on providers and required support staff. This position is hourly exempt.
Main Responsibilities:
Clinical Floor Oversight
Prepare clinical area for building opening or closing in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health hours of operation
Redirect nursing team tasks to ensure an efficient patient flow
Complete medication reconciliation
Ensure the following duties are completed by nursing staff:
Pre-visit planning
Inventory restock and ordering
Quality Control measures
Equipment inspection date checks Sterilization of instruments, equipment, and clinical areas
Teach nursing staff on use of equipment, techniques, and clinical services
Perform preventative maintenance on medical equipment
Clinical Services
Assist with minor procedures and exams as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice
Perform patient screenings and assessments as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice
Complete phlebotomy and lab collection and handling as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice
Confirm patient charts have written orders for medications and/or injections from the provider
Administer injections and immunizations as directed by ordering provider
Review and send medication refill requests to patient's provider
Inform patients or designated person s of physician orders, changes in care plan, test results, etc. as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice
Care Management
Attend morning huddle meeting with patient care team to address patient concerns
Review specific populations health care needs and follow-up appropriately
Oversee referral process for patients as directed by provider including initiation, follow-up, and documentation
Educate patients and family members on health information and medication administration
Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals
Serve as liaison between patient and provider when needed
Medical Record Maintenance
Chart services in patient record including but not limited to:
Referrals, medications, vaccinations, injections, screenings, lab orders/results, patient care goals, patient history, vitals
Audit progress notes to ensure all patient history and vital signs have been taken and noted by nursing staff
Chart and lock notes within timely manner in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures
Address telephone encounters, actions, and referrals in the electronic health record system in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures
Education and Qualifications:
A current, unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse License required
CPR certification required (can be provided)
1-3 Year of experience working in license
The ability to work flexible hours -- some evenings are required
The ability to communicate fluently in both Spanish and English is preferred
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff via phone, web media, and in person.
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to kneel, crawl, or bend into awkward spaces
OSHA Level 1
Finger Lakes Community Health uses BambooHR for the hiring and onboarding of our staff. All communications for recruitment will come directly from BambooHR (notifications@) and may appear as spam.
Department
Nursing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
$31.05 - $45.02
Compensation Information:
$31.05 / Hourly - $31.05 / Hourly
Starting At: 31.05 Hourly
Up To: 45.02 Hourly
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