HHHN Mission

To provide the best health care, and access to that care, for everyone in our communities.

HHHN Vision

To pioneer an innovative, sustainable and community-focused health system through comprehensive primary care and diverse partnerships

Proposed Schedule: 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Lead RN (Registered Nurse) is responsible for assisting the Nurse Leader with oversight of the day-to-day nursing activity ensuring that patient flow is maintained, nursing resources are being appropriately utilized, and high-quality nursing care is being provided. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• Develop nursing staff as needs are identified under supervision of Nurse Leader.

• Provide age-appropriate, population-specific nursing care in a compassionate, caring, culturally and ethnically sensitive manner.

• Work with Nurse Leader to determine the optimal allocation of staff.

• Review schedules to ensure staffing is in place.

• Maintain a hands-on approach by working in the capacity of a clinical Registered Nurse

• Demonstrate a professional and cooperative relationship with the Nurse Leader, Patient Services Leader, Practice Leader, and Medical Leaders.

• Oversee the clinical inboxes allowing all staff members to work to the highest level of their license/job duties.

• Perform duties of Triage RN when needed.

• Develop strategies for dealing with specific staff problems as they pertain to follow-up and educational needs.

• Act as a liaison between patients, staff and providers. Facilitate communication regarding patient needs. Perform frequent rounds in multiple locations as directed by the Nurse Leader or Practice Leader.

• Triage walk-in patients and assist with medical emergencies within the center.

• Provide regular feedback to the Nurse Leader regarding staff performance. Redirect staff when indicated.

• Take the lead with supervision/oversight of staff in the absence of the Nurse Leader, keeping the Practice Leader and Medical Leader informed of any pertinent changes.

• Provide guidance and mentor new and incumbent staff based on skill set.

• Monitor and respond to patient flow and schedule. Assist with delegating or reassigning staff when needed to improve flow of center.

• Assist with oversight of standards, quality measures, competencies, policies and procedures, point of care testing (CLIA), including specimen collection and proper documentation in the electronic medical record.

• Assist in facilitating regular nursing staff meetings and attending health center staff meetings.

• Actively contribute to the professional development, morale and teamwork of staff while presenting a positive attitude and patient-minded vision, with patient safety and satisfaction as the continuing goals.

• Ensure proper operation of medical equipment and perform monthly and quarterly EOC audits accurately.

• Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock, determining appropriate inventory levels, anticipating needed supplies, placing and verifying receipt of supplies.

  Qualifications:

  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the essential functions:

• Registered Nurse with an A.A.S. degree or higher from an accredited school of nursing

• Minimum of 3-5 years Registered Nurse clinical experience

• Prior supervisory and emergency/urgent care experience preferred

• Ambulatory care experience preferred

• An unrestricted NYS RN license to practice nursing in New York State

• A valid NYS driver’s license and be able to travel throughout the Network

• Current BLS certification

• Computer competencies including electronic medical record experience

• Knowledge of current nursing practices and standards of care

• Proficient with Microsoft applications

• Self-directed, detail-oriented, motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team atmosphere

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with colleagues, supervisors, medical staff and other departments

• Ability to envision the “big picture” and how the Network’s Nursing Department activities are an extension of other Network initiatives and goals

  The pay rate for this position is $38.46/hour.