Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Primary Care Clinton Street
Binghamton, NY
5x8 hrs

The Physician Practice Lead RN provides clinical leadership and oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within the UHS physician practices. This role serves as a vital link between frontline staff and operational leadership, assisting in the promotion of excellence in clinical practice, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The Lead RN fosters a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement—engaging patients, healthcare teams, and the broader community in the pursuit of optimal health outcomes. The RN is accountable for maintaining compliance with the New York State Nurse Practice Act, United Health Services Hospitals and Nursing Division policies, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics, and the Patient Bill of Rights. This role promotes a healing and supportive environment, fostering patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Education/Experience:

Minimum requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• At least one year experience in an acute or ambulatory based care setting.
• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred:

• Supervisory or management experience
• National Certification
• Clinical Ladder Nurse Level III

License/Certification:

• Current NY State RN license.
• Documentation of current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days employment.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment that requires working in proximity to other employees and patients.
• The office is air conditioned as well as heated.
• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• Fast-paced environment including frequent interruptions.
• Frequent sitting, walking, standing and bending.
• Possibility of lifting of patients.
• Mobility may include access through a multi-level facility, including climbing stairs.
• PPE- Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, Gloves per UHS Infection Control and CDC guidelines when appropriate.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• Clinical – Access to patient information that is not restricted (an example of restricted information is ARU) – Level 3