Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
Ithaca, NY

Registered Nurse Urology Practice -No Nights, Weekends, holidays or Call

We will deliver the highest quality health care in partnership with our community, one person at a time. ASK ABOUT OUR NEW RATES!! This position will support the physicians and/or mid-level providers in the practice with clinical activities and direct patient care. The RN may also assist in appointment scheduling and other related activities for optimal patient service. RN's by nature of licensure have an oversight responsibility to other clinical staff (LPN's and medical assistants). Essential Job Functions: * Performs professional nursing care in accordance with the New York State Nursing Practice Act. * Carries out all assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of patients, per practice protocol. * Takes and records patient's vital signs. * Prepares exam rooms and sterilizes equipment and supplies per protocols. * Prepares equipment and assists physicians/providers with procedures, patient care and/or scheduling. * Performs triage for physicians/providers with regard to clinical questions, prescription refills, test results and other patient calls per practice protocols. * Prepares patient's record for visit, as directed by physician/provider. * Provides patient education, as requested per physician/provider * Maintains compliance regulations. * Complete nurse's notes in patient's record. * Participates in scheduled team meetings to discuss /clarify roles, responsibility, processes, and patient issues * Participates in quality improvement activities and committees, as requested. * Provide care management by communicating with community agencies as appropriate. * Works with all members of the team to achieve patient centered care as well as quality care by using the best practice standards and case management. Knowledge, skills and abilities * Graduation from an accredited RN program * Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse * Demonstrate clinical competency, as defined by organizational standards and protocols * Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology * Knowledge of diseases and treatment * Knowledge of equipment, sterile technique and procedures of treatment. * Knowledge of OSHA regulations * Knowledge and application of medical chart requirements * Medical assessment skills * Knowledge of the practice management system, EMR and scheduling protocols * Basic keyboard skill * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Maintains highest level of confidentiality at all times with both patient and organizational information * High level of accuracy in performing responsibilities * Exceptional service attitude and communication style * Professional appearance and demeanor * BLS Certification The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required for successful performance of this role. Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Cayuga Health System commits to treat all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.