Registered Nurse

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse to support physicians with patient care, health education, EMR chart management, and coordination of care and clinical protocols.

The role involves prioritizing nursing care, coordinating diagnostic tests, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining infection control while updating patient records in the EMR. This position requires BSN and NY RN licensure and a collaborative, patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• BSN required with NY nursing license.
• 2+ years RN experience preferred.
• Effective patient care coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop nursing care plans.
• Coordinate diagnostic tests and care with physicians.
• Triages patient inquiries and communicates results.
• Maintain infection control compliance.
• Administer medications and injections per protocol.
• Record medical information in EMR.
• Participate in safety programs and policy reviews.
• Review patient eligibility for clinical studies when applicable.
• Prepare protocol history sheets and research documents as needed.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Care coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

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Position Summary

Under direction, assists physicians with patient care, health education/promotion, electronic medical record (EMR) chart management, coordination of patient care and clinical protocols as needed

Job Responsibilities

• Where applicable, establishes priorities for nursing care through patient assessment and develops nursing care plans. Prepares equipment and assists provider during examination, testing, and treatment of patients as needed.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary health care services and arranges diagnostic tests as ordered by physician(s) when needed. Performs inpatient diagnostic testing, therapeutic, and interventional procedures in conjunction with physician as needed.
• Triages patient inquiries and communicates test results.
• Ensures infection control compliance within the practice.
• As needed, administers appropriate injections and medications as ordered by medical providers in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Educates patients and staff on pharmacological/drug effects and protocol requirements, if applicable.
• Participates in safety programs and orientation of new staff. Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
• May be responsible for the precertification and preauthorization of prescriptions.
• When needed, records medical information within the patients’ electronic medical record as appropriate.
• Attends workshops, seminars and/or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and/or staff as appropriate.
• If applicable, assesses patient eligibility and reviews patient medical history for inclusion in clinical studies.
• If applicable, reviews and completes protocol history sheets, flow sheets, study follow-up reports and patient evaluation forms. Prepares and amends IRB protocols, consent forms and research documents.

Education

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing

Experience

Approximately 2 or more years of related work experience as a Registered Nurse.

Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse may be considered in lieu of the BSN.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be articulate and possess a professional demeanor.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current NY State Registered Nurse License & Registration.
• BLS certification, issued by the American Heart Association.
• Infection Control Certificate

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time

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