Arnot Health System·City of Elmira, New York
Provide direct clinical nursing care in an outpatient pulmonary setting, including patient triage and procedure assistance. Coordinate lung cancer screening programs and navigate patients through advanced pulmonary treatments.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing pulmonary practice. This role combines traditional clinical nursing responsibilities with a specialized focus on lung health, including lung cancer screening coordination and advanced pulmonary procedure navigation (e.g., endobronchial valve therapy). The ideal candidate is highly organized, patient-focused, and comfortable managing both clinical care and care coordination for patients with complex respiratory conditions.
Assesses and cares for patients under the direction of Provider.
Supervises care of licensed practical nurses and medical assistants in the office setting.
Provides patient assessment in an ongoing and efficient manner focusing on the patient, including physical, behavioral and cognitive needs.
Determines patient's care history, including test results, hospitalizations, ED case, urgent care, community care, and referrals to consultants.
Performs accurate triage and assessment of patient problems, prioritizes care and recognizes changes in patient status.
Keeps provider informed of changes in plan of care.
Implements an established plan of care in a knowledgeable, skillful and consistent manner.
Carries out physician preapproved standing orders so that efficient and effective care is rendered Is responsible for maintaining clean, orderly drug sample cabinets if applicable, containing only drugs with current expiration dates, by documenting on monthly sample cabinet check sheet.
Performs all aspects of universal precautions when in patient care and maintains current Infection Control Certification as required by New York State (not a requirement for nurses practicing in Pennsylvania).
Must be a graduate of an approved RN program with current New York State licensure. BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire, and previous medical office experience is preferred.
Market context
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