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Form of workAbout NYC Health + Hospitals NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the community hospital of choice for residents of East Harlem, northern Manhattan, and neighboring communities. The hospital provides culturally-sensitive care in a welcoming and hospitable setting, emphasizing primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. Metropolitan delivers high quality health services with compassion, dignity, and respect to all, without exception.
Since its founding in 1875, the hospital has been affiliated with New York Medical College, representing the oldest partnership between a hospital and a private medical school in the United States. Metropolitan is a part of the NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception.
Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Work Shifts ROTATIONAL SHIFT Job Description Purpose of Position The Staff Nurse in Ambulatory Care Services is a Nursing Practitioner who contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing regimen for patients seen in the department. Under the direction and leadership of the Head Nurse, the Staff Nurse is guided by a thorough knowledge of nursing theory, principles, and standards of quality nursing care, and the policy and procedures of the Nursing Department.
Duties/Responsibilities: Reports directly to the Head Nurse/Charge Nurse. Assess patients based on: Interview of patient and/or significant other Chart review. Referrals from other health team members and outside agencies.
Collects data on patients receiving care in the clinic and assists MD with all examinations. Educates and teaches patients based on diagnosis and need. Initiates appropriate nursing interventions and update medical record via progress note as needed.
Provide counseling and teaching for clinic patients and their families/significant others who are new or referred by the physician. Provide the appropriate nursing interventions based upon assessment, which will include: (a) Instructing patients and/or family members/significant others regarding treatment, medication, diagnostic procedures and the importance of follow-up visits. (b) Interpreting the patient's understanding and emotional response to their condition.
(c) Observing and identifying underlying and contributing factors/concerns, especially socio-economic, cultural, physical, and language barriers. (d) Assisting patients and/or significant others to establish a medication schedule when on multiple medications. (e) Making referrals to other agencies as appropriate, i.e., Visiting Nurse Service, Department of Health, Social Services, Home Care, etc.
When indicated, schedule appointments for nurse follow-up visits, i.e., blood pressure check, initiating insulin therapy, and teaching. Minimum Qualifications 1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and 2.
Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Special Note: For assignments in Post-Acute Care ONLY, individuals meeting the following criteria may also be considered for appointment: Graduation from a nursing education program registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as licensure qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and has applied for licensure as an RN. These unlicensed individuals may be employed to practice under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN for up to 90 days immediately following graduation pending receipt of a limited permit, which selected candidates must apply for and receive within the same 90-day period.
Once a limited permit is received, individuals can practice nursing, under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN at a NYC Health + Hospitals health care setting for up to one (1) year from the date of issuance of the limited permit. In addition, must hold or obtain through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
In addition, you can submit your resume to METCareers@nychhc.org with the Job Title and Job ID # of the job posting that you applied to in the subject line of the email. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs
