Registered Nurse - Primary Care at Ellis Medicine – Schenectady, New York

Basic Function:The Registered Professional Nurse cares for patients by diagnosing and treating actual or potential health problems in the ambulatory setting without discrimination to age or gender through implementation of the nursing process. Coordinates care of other disciplines, delegates tasks to other nursing staff members, supervises care and evaluates results. Maintains competence in clinical practice and assists in the development of nursing practice standards through participation in professional committees and organizations.

Requirements:

Responsibilities:
• The RN will complete patient/family assessment using subjective and objective data sources.
• Develop a NCP based on patient assessment. Particular attention is given to developmental stages of the patient/family.
• Deliver patient care based Nursing Care Plan.
• Evaluate patient care.
• Effectively communicate the patient's plan of care to all members of the health care team.
• Provide patient education focusing on wellness health maintenance and restoration.
• Assume responsibility for education and self-development.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Exposure Control Manual regarding universal precautions, bloodbome pathogen, disposal of needles, syringes and sharps, cleanup procedures for blood and bold fluid spills, storage, handling and disposal of medical waste.
• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is utilized when performing a task or responsibility associated with this position which

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.epresents a potential occupational risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Appropriate PPE's shall include but not be limited to gloves, gown, goggles, laboratory coat, face shields or masks.

Salary Range: $29.44-$44.16 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.