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About Finger Lakes Community Health:

Finger Lakes Community Health (FLCH) was founded in 1989 with an original mission of serving the region's agricultural workers by linking individuals to area resources and providing essential health services. In 2009 the organization expanded to become a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), serving patients of all incomes, ethnicities, and walks of life. Over the last decade, FLCH has grown to provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services to over 28,000 patients at eight health centers. With over 200 employees we strive to provide high-quality and innovative health care services to the Finger Lakes Region.

Benefits Offered:

Monday through Friday schedule, closed all major holidays

Medical insurance with a 90%+ employer contribution

Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Safe Harbor 3% 401k contribution

Robust PTO offerings

Education reimbursement

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the overall management of nursing care for patients. This includes assessing patient health needs, developing nursing care plans, and educating patients on relevant health management information. This position also oversees the operational running of the medical clinical area and patient communication within the electronic health record system.

Main Responsibilities:

Clinical Floor Oversight

Prepare clinical area for building opening or closing in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health hours of operation

Redirect nursing team tasks to ensure an efficient patient flow

Complete medication reconciliation

Ensure the following duties are completed by nursing staff:

Pre-visit planning

Inventory restock and ordering

Quality Control measures

Equipment inspection date checks Sterilization of instruments, equipment, and clinical areas

Teach nursing staff on use of equipment, techniques, and clinical services

Perform preventative maintenance on medical equipment

Clinical Services

Assist with minor procedures and exams as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice

Perform patient screenings and assessments as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice

Complete phlebotomy and lab collection and handling as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice

Confirm patient charts have written orders for medications and/or injections from the provider

Administer injections and immunizations as directed by ordering provider

Review and send medication refill requests to patient's provider

Inform patients or designated persons of physician orders, changes in care plan, test results, etc. as outlined in NYS clinical scope of practice

Care Management

Attend morning huddle meeting with patient care team to address patient concerns

Review specific populations health care needs and follow-up appropriately

Oversee referral process for patients as directed by provider including initiation, follow-up, and documentation

Educate patients and family members on health information and medication administration

Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals

Serve as liaison between patient and provider when needed

Medical Record Maintenance

Chart services in patient record including but not limited to:

Referrals, medications, vaccinations, injections, screenings, lab orders/results, patient care goals, patient history, vitals

Audit progress notes to ensure all patient history and vital signs have been taken and noted by nursing staff

Chart and lock notes within timely manner in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures

Address telephone encounters, actions, and referrals in the electronic health record system in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health policies and procedures

Education and Qualifications:

A current, unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse License required

CPR certification required (can be provided)

1-3 Year of experience working in license

The ability to work flexible hours -- some evenings are required

The ability to communicate fluently in both Spanish and English is preferred

A valid government-issued photo identification document is required

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to hear and communicate with clients and staff via phone, web media, and in person.

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

Must be able to kneel, crawl, or bend into awkward spaces

OSHA Level 1

Department

Nursing

Employment Type

Full-Time

Compensation

$31.05 - $45.02

Finger Lakes Community Health

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