RN- Internal Medicine

Summary: Trinity Health is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services, and they are seeking a Registered Professional Nurse for their Internal Medicine department in Albany. The role involves utilizing the nursing process to diagnose and treat patients, ensuring quality care and compliance with medical protocols. Responsibilities: - Brings patient to exam room, takes appropriate vital signs and documents in electronic medical record - Review and update medication list to ensure accurate and complete list in electronic medical record (EMR) available for provider review and submission - Complete referrals and tracks patients' compliance - Review prescriptions electronically and send prescriptions to providers for review and submission - Obtains patient consent for procedures as directed by provider - Performs pre-visit planning and reviews quality metrics - Retrieves telephonic clinical information from patients who call into the office - Monitors task list and completes tasks assigned by provider in a timely manner based on urgency - Educates patients regarding medication, testing procedures and home care techniques - Ensure proper labeling, handling and documentation for patient specimens - Follow up with patient regarding test results based on advice given by provider - Maintains a clean and safe work environment including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment - In conjunction with other nursing colleagues, maintains the medical supply cabinet and drug cabinet - Uses the electronic medical record to communicate effectively - Performs quality assurance duties as assigned - Provides a clinical visit summary (Patient Plan) to patient as requested including educational materials - Participates in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate - Works cooperatively with all colleagues to ensure quality patient care at all times - Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - HS Diploma/equivalent required - Current unencumbered NYS RN license - Basic Life Support certification - 6 months previous RN experience - Must be able to lift 20 lbs Preferred Qualifications: - Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing preferred (new grads accepted) Required Skills: NYS RN license, Basic Life Support certification Important Skills: Associate, bachelor’s degree Nice-to-Have Skills: 6 months RN experience, Patient education Benefits: Strong orientation program, Generous tuition allowance, Career development