Reports To: Head Nurse
Responsibilities:
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Assessment of patient's, families and community health needs
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Active role in interviewing and case finding
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Perform initial interviews, assessment and preparation of patients
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Execute medical regimens as prescribed by the practitioner
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Assist practitioners with patient care, on- and off-site
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Maintain quality nursing care, nursing notes and plans
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Perform necessary nursing procedures, i.e., injections
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Provide patient education and counseling
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Training and supervision of volunteers, paraprofessionals, and the licensed practical nurse
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Be familiar with emergency procedures and protocols
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Be familiar with Clinical policies and programs
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Be familiar with referral procedures and back-up sources
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Be familiar with lab procedures and back-up laboratories
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Coordinate and direct patient flow during clinical sessions
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Coordinate special clinical programs as needed
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Participate and coordinate on- and off-site screening projects
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Assist with the compilation of health statistics
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Act as the patient's advocate and liaison for preservation of patient's rights
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Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
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Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York
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Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required
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One to two years of experience in professional nursing
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Bilingual in English/Chinese (Mandarin)
Compensation and Benefits:
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Medical insurance
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Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance
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403(b) retirement savings plan
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Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
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Paid time off (6 weeks)
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Continuing medical education time and allowance
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee Discount Programs
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National Health Services Corps loan repayment program available, and
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The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
