Lead Clinical Nurse - Hudson Falls Internal Medicine (Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time & Part-Time Positions) in Fort Edward, NY

The Impact You Can Make 

Team Impact

The Lead Clinical Nurse, in collaboration with the Assistant Director, Patient Services (GFMG) actively participates in the nursing care of patients, works with the multi-disciplinary team to assist in the day-to-day clinical operations of the office. This includes problem solving, coordination of assignments and schedules, validation of clinical staff competency and monitoring of clinical staff performance. The Lead Clinical Nurse serves as the primary resource for the nursing team in the absence of Assistant Director, Patient Services (GFMG).

The Glens Falls Hospital Impact

Mission

Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients, fulfilling all duties and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse job description
• Supports the office clinical staff in coordination of the interdisciplinary team and patient education
• Maintains high visibility to patients, families and staff in the clinical area
• Maintains current knowledge of all policies and procedures related to nursing care
• Triages and prioritizes patient care in accordance with current policies and standards
• Utilizes computer system according to established standards
• Evaluates individual patient outcomes and initiates measures to support patient progress towards goals

Education/Accredited Programs

• Graduation from a Registered Professional Nursing program

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

• 3 years of clinical experience required, preferably in a physician practice setting

• Completion of Charge Nurse course preferred
   

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse in New York

• BLS Certification for all practices

• ALCS and PALS required for Urgent Care
   

Skills/Abilities

• Expert clinician in area assigned

• Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership role in  nursing practice

• Computer literate

• Knowledge of adult learning principles

• Demonstrated ability to teach individuals and groups of patients/families and staff

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients and professionals of all disciplines

• Ability to develop broad concepts into practical applications

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $36.80 to $54.45 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.


 

Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found .