Registered Nurse - Rheumatology Office

Albany Medical Center•Latham, NY

19h

About The Position

RN – Full Time Rheumatology Office – Albany, NY Work schedule: Monday – Friday Our Rheumatology outpatient practice is seeking an RN to join our team of dedicated healthcare professions that provide exceptional care! The Department of Rheumatology at Albany Medical Center includes providers who are experts in their field. They have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis, certain autoimmune diseases, musculoskeletal pain disorders, osteoporosis, and other diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones. There are over 100 types of rheumatic diseases which can be serious and very difficult to diagnose and treat. Symptoms can vary from patient to patient and the experts at Albany Med work collectively to address each patient’s needs and provide the best possible care. Under the direction of the practice physician and/or advanced practice provider (APP) and the supervision of the Nurse Manager (RN) and/or Nurse Supervisor (RN), the RN may provide direct patient care, patient triage (in-person and telephonic), assessment, planning, directing and evaluating of a patient’s specific care plan and clinic visit. Able to work effectively within a team of multi-specialty professionals.

Requirements

Associate’s degree of a state accredited Registered Nursing program is required
NYS current RN licensure is required
Previous nursing experience in an ambulatory care setting or at least 1 year nursing experience obtained outside an ambulatory care setting

Responsibilities

Obtains and accurately record patient’s vital signs; reports abnormal values to treating provider
Obtains and documents a patient’s history (Medical, Surgical and Social) and focused physical assessment, related to the clinic visit and as dictated by clinic procedure
Administers medications and treatments to patients in clinic, under the direction of a physician or APP
Participates in in-office procedure, as related to clinic specialty, under the direction and supervision of a Physician or APP and documents results in EHR
Performs review and triage of incoming test results, patient requests and pharmacy renewals; facilitates call-backs to patients as necessary
Facilitates the utilization of resources to meet patient outcomes and contribute to Facility (AMC), New York State and National Quality data metrics
Delegates tasks deemed appropriate per licensure of LPN and/or MA
Adheres to AMC’s regulatory agency (The Joint Commission) and internal compliance policies
Orientation and education of newly hired staff
Completes continuous/annual education related to Clinic specialty to maintain knowledge base on current practices
Provides education to patients related to their visit and overall health and wellness