Registered Nurse - Per Diem
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Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Centerserving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a per diem Registered Nurse to join its busy team at our Goshen, NY location.A Registered Nurse renders professional nursing care to patients, within an assigned unit or authorized community health center site, in support of medical care as directed by the medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Sun River Community Health. In addition, this position will perform duties assigned on as needed basis.Essential duties and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse:* Interviews patients for health history, including history of current complaint, and past and present use of medication utilizing patient identifies; document patient charts (must be time stamped and/or initialed)* Maintains patient medical record and charts the following: nursing observation; vital signs; reactions to test, i.e., PPD results, in-house testing, and other pertinent information* Prepares equipment and assists physician during treatments and examinations of patients.* Initiates follow-up, as necessary. Instruct patients on healthcare issues, as indicated by physician, diagnosis and/or inquiries by patient.* Assesses and triages patients as they present, either by telephone or in person.* Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and provide appropriate care.* Attends mandated training and keeps up to date on all nursing procedures including relevant procedures.Minimum Education Requirement:* Associates DegreePreferred Education Requirement:* Bachelors DegreeMinimum Work Related Experience:* 1 - 4 years of experienceMinimum Requirement for Licensure/ Certification/Registration:* Registered Nurse - NYS* CPR Certification* Infection Control CertificationSun River Health is a network of over 40 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) providing primary, dental, pediatric, OB-GYN, and behavioral health care to over 245,000 patients annually. With a dedicated staff of 2,000 doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, affordable care to those who need it most. Sun River Health started in 1975 when four African American mothers spearheaded efforts to open our first health center in Peekskill, New York to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable services to patients in need no matter their race, religion, income, or insurance status. Today, after 45 years of service, Sun River Health is still delivering on that promise to communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.Job Type: per diemPay: $41.21 - $46.00 per hour