- Job Type: Officer of Administration
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule: 9 AM-5 PM
- Building:
- Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
- Job Type: Officer of Administration
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule: 9AM-5PM
- Building:
- Salary Range:
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
Under the joint direction of the Department Chair and the Clinical Nurse Manager, the RN will assist physicians with outpatient-related duties, including taking patients' histories, completing directed physical exams, performing appropriate urodynamic studies, biofeedback, laboratory and other studies, and tailoring individualized and evidenced-based treatment plans. S/he will perform other duties as assigned and provide coverage as needed. S/he integrates the principles of preventive medicine and patient education into all aspects of clinical care.
Responsibilities
- Take supervised care of patients within the Urology practice.
- The RN will effectively and efficiently perform laboratory procedure clinics, including urodynamics and biofeedback as necessary, video urodynamics, and uroflows with/out EMG. The day of the study must encompass 7(seven) hours of clinical activity. The studies are time defined as follows: Video Urodynamic Studies without fluoroscopy 1.5 hours; Video Urodynamic Studies with fluoroscopy 1.5 hours; Biofeedback 1.5 hours; Uroflow without EMG with or without ultrasound post void residual 1 hour; Uroflow with EMG with or without ultrasound post void residual 1 hour; Intermittent Catheterization Teaching 1 hour. All studies will be independently performed such that attending physicians are able to interpret the clinical results without subjecting patients to further testing.
- Assist physicians with ambulatory procedures and treatments.
- Review laboratory results and other clinical information pertinent to patient health, order appropriate tests and other ancillary services as needed, and develop care plans for patients.
- Provide teaching to patients and their families regarding disease processes, diagnostic testing, self-catheterization and post-operative care.
- Complete patient history and disability forms and FMLA paperwork.
- Phone-in prescriptions and manage prior authorizations for medications that are indicated.
- Administer medications and Injections under the supervision of physicians or nurse practitioners.
- Supports physicians and nurse practitioners with clinical trials and other research activity.
- ls a member of the clinical coverage team for all clinical practices.
- Functions within the standards of practice established by Division of Nursing and American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice.
- Acts within the policies and procedures of the University, hospital, division, and clinical departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of experience. Requires a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing. Current license as a nurse In New York State is required. CPR/BCLS Certified. Experience in Urodynamics. Excellent communication and organizational skills and a collaborative team approach to patient care are required. Must conform to all applicable HIPAA, billing compliance, and safety guidelines. Experience in Urodynamics.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
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