Registered Nurse

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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:

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.  

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 persons 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

A valid government-issued photo identification document is required

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

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