The Family Health Center Staff Nurse, Saint Joseph's ...

Job DescriptionSaint Joseph's Medical Center is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) with demonstrated skills in core and primary care specific competencies based on the patient population served. Staff Nurse: Assesses and records a patient's biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care and educational factors as needed in the ambulatory care settingCompletes a physical assessment as neededTriages patients to determine medical need and necessary actionResponds appropriately in emergency situations Acknowledges errors or omissions in care readily and makes every effort to correct weakness in practiceSets priorities based on patient's changing needs, including emergent situationsGives direct patient care based on written plan of care, established standards of nursing practice, and prescribed medical regimenDemonstrates competence in collaborating with members of the health care team in the revision of the plan of care and documents the sameGives evidence of care delivered through accurate and concise documentation inclusive of the patient responseDemonstrates safety and accuracy in performing treatments and procedures according to the nursing standard of care and practice by:Consistently demonstrating competency in infection control, utilizing universal precautions and following standards of practice in caring for the infectious patient.Demonstrates safety by being observant of the environment and reporting or eliminating any potential hazards.Consistently transcribes medication orders accuratelyConsistently administers medications safelyConsistently documents administration of and all information related to MedicationsProvide education specific to the patients relevant health care needs, in ways understandable to the patient andor hisher significant other(s) such as: The safe effective use of medication, if any The and effective use of medical equipment, if any The instruction of potential drug-food interactions Counseling on modified diets, as appropriate When and how to obtain further treatment, if neededEducation And Qualification RequirementsRegistered Professional Nurse licensed in New York State. Baccalaureate degree preferred BLS is required.Base Salary Full Time Range - $97k - $120kSaint Joseph's Medical Center is an equal opportunity terested applicants should submit resume to:

Created: 2025-02-16