Registered Nurse (RN) - Thoracic Surgery

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 89,474,000 - 122,929,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

General Physician P.C. in Buffalo, NY seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) in Thoracic Surgery to support physicians with patient care, pre- and post-operative coordination, and procedures in an onsite setting.

You will perform triage, medication reconciliation, EMR documentation, and follow-up communications with patients and families. The role emphasizes timely, compassionate care with no nights or weekends mandated.

Qualifications

• RN graduate from an accredited program and NY license.
• At least one year of healthcare facility experience preferred.
• Experience in surgical, oncology, or specialty nursing is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes; CPR certification.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care administration.
• Act as liaison between providers and patients; assess needs and communicate health information.
• Perform telephone triage and assess symptoms.
• Support with medication management and refills.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow regulatory standards.
• Monitor test results and alert providers to abnormalities.
• Complete prior authorizations for meds and diagnostic services.
• Assist with examinations and in-office treatments.
• Coordinate with Nurse Navigator for perioperative care and tumor board activities.
• Ensure patients and families understand pre-operative and follow-up instructions.
• Document care in the EMR per standing orders.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Clinical assessment

Telephone triage

EMR proficiency

Education

Graduate of accredited RN program

New York State RN License

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Thoracic Surgery

Posted On September 22, 2026

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Thoracic Surgery

Requisition ID#: 25582

Scheduled Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Regular Work Week: Monday through Friday
Work Arrangement : Onsite
*Pay Range: $31.21 -$42.92

Free Parking!

Benefits Information

Why General Physician P.C.?

Work-Life Balance: Say goodbye to working nights, holidays, and weekends. No mandated overtime!
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and more.
Generous PTO: Enjoy your well-deserved time off.
401(K) with 3% Employer Contribution: Secure your financial future.
Employee Discounts: Exclusive deals, including Verizon Wireless.

Job Description

What you will be doing:

The primary purpose of this position is to assist providers with the proper administration of patient care.

• Serves as a liaison between providers and patients by assessing patient needs and communicating health information.
• Perform telephone triage of patients by accurately assessing symptoms based on subjective and objective findings.
• Follow service line initiatives to avoid unnecessary hospital re-admissions by communicating with appropriate parties to ensure proper follow-up within specified time frames.
• Assist with medication management by performing medication reconciliation and queueing necessary refills to providers for processing.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, in accordance with internal and legal regulations.
• Monitor test results and alert providers to any abnormalities that may impact surgery.
• Complete prior authorizations for medication and diagnostic services.
• Monitor incoming documents and assist with the completion of necessary forms.
• Assist with examination and in-office treatment by handing providers instruments and materials.
• Work closely with the Nurse Navigator on post- and perioperative care, multidisciplinary referrals, and tumor board coordination.
• Communicate with patients and families to ensure all pre-operative and follow-up care instructions are understood and followed.
• Track patient progress using EMR systems to ensure continued and timely care.
• Enter orders into the EMR system following the organization's standing order policy and/or per providers' written direction.
• Deliver exemplary customer service to provide a positive patient experience across the organization.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education And Experience

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Active New York State RN License.
• At least one year of work experience in a healthcare facility preferred
• Experience in surgical, oncology, or specialty nursing (preferred)
• Basic knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT Codes, CPR Certification, and strong clinical skills preferred Proficiency in EMR systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to utilize computer programs

* The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant at the time of posting. When determining pay, several factors will be considered including but not limited to location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and budget.

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