Registered Nurse (Weekends Only) - Queens - Charles B. Wang Community Health Center : Job Details

Registered Nurse (Weekends Only) - Queens

Reports To: Head Nurse

Queens, New York, 11354

United States

Responsibilities :

• Assessment of patient's, families and community health needs

• Active role in interviewing and case finding

• Perform initial interviews, assessment and preparation of patients

• Execute medical regimens as prescribed by the practitioner

• Assist practitioners with patient care, on- and off-site

• Maintain quality nursing care, nursing notes and plans

• Perform necessary nursing procedures, i.e., injections

• Provide patient education and counseling

• Training and supervision of volunteers, paraprofessionals, and the licensed practical nurse

• Be familiar with emergency procedures and protocols

• Be familiar with Clinical policies and programs

• Be familiar with referral procedures and back-up sources

• Be familiar with lab procedures and back-up laboratories

• Coordinate and direct patient flow during clinical sessions

• Coordinate special clinical programs as needed

• Participate and coordinate on- and off-site screening projects

• Assist with the compilation of health statistics

• Act as the patient's advocate and liaison for preservation of patient's rights

• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York

• Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required

• One to two years of experience in professional nursing

• Bilingual in English/Chinese (Mandarin)

Compensation and Benefits :

• Salary: $50 - $53 per hour

• 403(b) retirement savings plan

• NYS Paid Sick Leave

• Employee Discount Programs

• The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program