Job No. 159753
- Job Title:
- Registered Nurse
- Employer:
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Weill Cornell Medical College
- Location:
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Upper East Side , NY
- Posting Date:
- 02-Oct-2026
- Description:
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Position Summary
Under direction, assists physicians with patient care, health education/promotion, electronic medical record (EMR) chart management, coordination of patient care and clinical protocols as needed
Job Responsibilities
Where applicable, establishes priorities for nursing care through patient assessment and develops nursing care plans. Prepares equipment and assists provider during examination, testing, and treatment of patients as needed.
Coordinates multidisciplinary health care services and arranges diagnostic tests as ordered by physician(s) when needed. Performs inpatient diagnostic testing, therapeutic, and interventional procedures in conjunction with physician as needed.
Triages patient inquiries and communicates test results.
Ensures infection control compliance within the practice.
As needed, administers appropriate injections and medications as ordered by medical providers in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Educates patients and staff on pharmacological/drug effects and protocol requirements, if applicable.
Participates in safety programs and orientation of new staff. Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
May be responsible for the precertification and preauthorization of prescriptions.
When needed, records medical information within the patients’ electronic medical record as appropriate.
Attends workshops, seminars and/or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and/or staff as appropriate.
If applicable, assesses patient eligibility and reviews patient medical history for inclusion in clinical studies.
If applicable, reviews and completes protocol history sheets, flow sheets, study follow-up reports and patient evaluation forms. Prepares and amends IRB protocols, consent forms and research documents.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing
Experience
Approximately 2 or more years of related work experience as a Registered Nurse.
Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse may be considered in lieu of the BSN.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be articulate and possess a professional demeanor.
Licenses and Certifications
Current NY State Registered Nurse License & Registration.
BLS certification, issued by the American Heart Association.
Infection Control Certificate
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
- Contact information:
- Weill Cornell Medical College
- Upper East Side, NY 10021
- United States
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