Job Information
Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology in Poughkeepsie, New York
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse (RN) functions under the supervision and guidance of the Physicians and the Practice Administrator. The RN participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients and provides clinical support and technical assistance to the professional medical and other staff. The RN is responsible for functioning within the scope of practice dictated by the authority of the New York State Department of Education.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Infusion responsibilities include- initializing IVs, reconstituting medication and monitoring patients while receiving infusion therapy. Obtaining prior authorizations as needed.
Performs Manometry testing and maintains supply levels. In house training will be provided.
Provides assistance to Physicians; including but not limited to any projects and concerns.
Handles all triages requiring nurse assistance; including but not limited to patient issues, hospital, lab, ASC and other MD office calls.
Monitors and maintains par levels for immunizations (Hepatitis A/B vaccines) PPDs, etc. for GI offices.
Administers injections/ vaccines and PPD’s for patients and GI Poughkeepsie staff and processes corresponding paperwork.
Assists the Practice Administrator to ensure the practice complies with all Federal and State regulatory standards. Performs site assessment and rounds for GI Poughkeepsie office(s).
Provides guidance to other clinical and non-clinical staff as necessary.
Obtaining prescription authorization and medication refill requests.
Manages medication closet and maintains par levels, exp. dates, counts and contacts Reps for resupply. monitors and maintains refrigerator temperature logs; checks emergency cart(s).
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Associates degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
Current NYS RN license.
Current Infection Control Certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
5 to 7 years clinical nursing experience, preferably in GI
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Excellent organizational skills.
Working knowledge of EMR systems
Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according to individual needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a group.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
Strong analytical skills in order to compile and summarize data for reports.
Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer