Registered Nurse (RN) - OBGYN - Latham

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) II for our on-site OB/GYN practice in Latham, NY. The nurse will triage patients, respond to clinical calls, coordinate care with providers, and support daily clinic operations in a fast-paced women’s health setting.

We value patient-centered care, collaboration, and teamwork. NYS RN license, BLS, and 6 months RN experience are required; New grads welcome to apply. This is a full-time, day-shift position at the Troy-Latham facility.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current unencumbered NYS RN license.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• 6 months RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Take patients to exam room and record vital signs.
• Review and update medication lists in EMR.
• Complete referrals and track patient compliance.
• Review prescriptions and send for provider review.
• Obtain patient consent for procedures.
• Support daily clinic flow and triage calls.
• Educate patients about medications and home care.
• Maintain clean, safe care areas and proper labeling of specimens.

Skills

Nursing skills

Clinical triage

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Registered Nurse (RNII) - Latham, NY - OBGYN - Full Time We are a busy and collaborative OB/GYN practice in Troy, New York seeking a Nurse to support our women’s health team with in-person clinical triaging. This role is stationed on site at our Troy office. The Nurse will be responsible for assessing patient concerns, responding to clinical phone calls and messages, coordinating care with providers, and supporting daily clinic flow. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced women’s health environment. We are looking for someone who is team-oriented, dependable, and passionate about women’s health. Our office values collaboration, patient-centered care, and supporting one another to provide the best experience for our patients. New grads welcome. This position is located at 713 Troy-Schenectady Rd Latham, NY.

The Registered Professional Nurse has the responsibility and accountability to utilize the nursing process to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential problems of individuals or groups. The Registered Professional Nurse works within and contributes to an environment where the St. Peter's Healthcare Services mission is actualized, patient outcomes are achieved, and professional practice is realized.

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.

What you will need

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred
• 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.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $36.00 - $47.52 New grads Pay Range: $35.20-46.00 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.