Clinical Nurse: Patient Care & Discharge

Erie County Medical Center Corporation

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 79,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient assessments and to develop and implement nursing plans. You will work under physicians, support exams and treatments, and coordinate discharge planning and education for patients and families.

The role requires NY RN licensure, BLS certification, and strong knowledge of nursing procedures and EMR systems.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Performs physical, psychological, and social assessment of patients.
Develops a written nursing care plan based on patient assessment and diagnosis.
Assists physicians during exams, diagnostic testing and treatments.
Implements medical and nursing orders.
Establishes care priorities based on patient problems.
Communicates pertinent patient information to the physician and health care team.
Evaluates care effectiveness and updates the care plan as indicated.
Records vital signs and documents care given.
Develops and implements discharge planning and patient education.
Administers medications, including IV therapy, and reports adverse reactions.