Registered Nurse (Weekends Only) - Queens
Reports To: Head Nurse
Location: 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
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