Registered Nurse - West Seneca, United States - Planned Parenthood of Central and Western NY

Description

Registered Nurse - RN

West Seneca, NY )

• Health Services

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Registered NurseWest Seneca, NY

Being a nurse at Planned Parenthood is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to support a mission while providing high-quality health care to patients eager for your expertise.


We offer:
On the job training in the latest methods of reproductive and sexual health

Generous benefits package including Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision

A predictable schedule with ten paid holidays and no overnights

Free on-site parking

An understanding of the importance of balancing work and family life

A focus on education and prevention

A focus on high-quality, evidence-based practice

Patients who need you and choose you for your expertise

The opportunity to work in a certified National Health Service CORP (NHSC) health center and participate in their loan repayment program

Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protects and provides healthcare and education that empowers individuals and families.

With respect. Without judgment. No matter what.

Diversity and inclusion are core values at Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY). PPCWNY recruits exceptional and diverse staff. PPCWNY strives to develop staff into leaders for a diverse and global workplace.

In support of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY)'s mission, theRegistered Nursewill provide direct clinical care offered through several programs from family planning to surgical services ensuring patients receive professional services in a timely manner.

This position plans, directs and evaluates total nursing care for the treatment of all patients. The Registered Nurse also performs routine laboratory testing including blood draws.

Essential Functions

Health Center Practice

Accurately records data in the electronic health record regarding the patient's health history including obstetric, gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, family health and psycho-social backgrounds

Performs routine vital signs and lab tests such as weight, blood pressure, urine, hemoglobin, pregnancy test and venipunctures as necessary

In an objective, unbiased manner, discusses pregnancy options and offers appropriate referrals and description of services

May duplicate labels for contraceptive pills according to the orders written in the chart

Assumes legal responsibility in conjunction with Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) for proper ordering, handling and distribution of medications and supplies in compliance with State and Federal laws and with appropriate orders from the assigned clinician

Performs routine injections as directed by clinician

Assists providers with abortion procedures and acts as a support to the patient

Sterilizes instruments

Monitors patients in the recovery room

Sets up and cleans procedure and utility rooms

Maintains appropriate stock of supplies in exam rooms

Performs quality controls as directed

Counseling and Education

Provides information and counseling on reproductive services; abortions, sterilization, as well as family planning methods: oral contraceptives, IUCs, diaphragms, cervical caps, condoms, vaginal spermicide, sponges, natural family planning, etc.

; coordinates follow up visits with the clinicians as needed

Provides information and counseling in areas of health maintenance and reproductive care such as nutrition, infertility, sexuality, family planning, breast self-awareness, menopause, HIV antibody testing and safe sex techniques

Learns and uses information about how the needs of diverse patients can be sensitively met (LGBTQ individuals, varying cultures/practices, survivors of sexual assault, etc.)

Other Accountability Activities

May participate in the quality improvement program; follows up and reports all complications to the Compliance Quality & Risk Management (CQRM) department

Accepts individual and joint responsibility for, participates in and works to achieve productivity, customer service and capacity goals as set by PPCWNY

Travels to other sites throughout the coverage area via their own transportation to perform nursing duties as directed by the Health Center Manager and Clinician

Participates in the orientation of new health center nurses, providing observational experience for medical and nursing students; may assist with nursing staff orientation and in-service education

Stocks rooms and ensures that needed supplies and equipment are on hand; contacts the appropriate person(s) before supplies of any kind are depleted

Shows respect to patients and co-workers for differences in backgrounds, lifestyles, viewpoints and needs in areas such as ethnicity, race, gender, creed and sexual orientation

Requirements

Applicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):

Education—

Practical Nursing Completion, Diploma, or Associate's Degree in Nursing; BSN preferred

Experience—

One year of nursing experience preferred

Experience with GYN care highly desirable

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations—

RN with current New York State license

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, ability to work in a fast-paced environment; able to juggle multiple priorities a must

Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written), be able to work a flexible schedule, and travel to multiple sites, as needed

Must have a reliable source of transportation and a valid NYS driver's license not in jeopardy of being revoked

Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who have experience delivering care and services to a racially and ethnically diverse service populations

Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who have proficiency in one of the following languages, including but not limited to: Spanish, Nepali, Arabic, and Swahili

A commitment to Planned Parenthood of Central and Western NY (PPCWNY)'s mission, vision and values along with a commitment to providing services to a diverse range of clients and to the goals of PPCWNY is essential

Physical Requirements

Possess sufficient mobility to perform the Essential Functions listed in this Job Description with or without an accommodation

Ability to travel to all agency locations as assigned

Work ScheduleThis is a full-time, 37.5 hours/week, position. Regular full-time schedule will be M-F with rotating Saturdays.

Benefits & CompensationAt PPCWNY, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency. In alignment with these efforts, the pay for this position ranges from $29.50 to $36.04/hour. Actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by law.

In addition to competitive compensation, PPCWNY offers an extensive benefits package with generous Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, affordable medical, dental, and vision options, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with match, and much more

Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We are committed to workforce diversity and aspire to reflect the communities we serve.

To that end, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ identifying individuals, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply.

Salary Description

$29.50 to $36.04/hour