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Refuah Health is a federally qualified health center offering comprehensive care in Rockland and Sullivan Counties. We are over one hundred healthcare professionals strong with three decades’ experience providing unparalleled patient care. As an FQHC, we specialize in accessible and affordable care for low income and high-risk residents. We believe in the power of people to create great care and we are inviting the best healthcare professionals to build their career with us!
The clinical nurse is a registered professional nurse who is responsible for providing safe, competent, quality care to a designated group of patients based on established standards and evidenced based practice. Demonstrates leadership to other members of the nursing department and function as a clinical resource to patients and other staff.
THIS IS A SUMMER OPPORTUNITY ONLY (JULY & AUGUST 2025) IN SULLIVAN COUNTY - FULL TIME SCHEDULE
Why Refuah?
- Join a collegial team of healthcare professionals
- Five modern state of the art facilities
- Flexible schedules for maximum work-life balance
- New graduates and experienced candidates encouraged to apply
Registered Nurse Responsibilities:
- Assists in development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of care and professional practice in collaboration with other members of the health care team and in accordance with the center policies, and regulatory agency requirements.
- Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process as a framework and adhering to the approved Department of Nursing and the health center standards.
- Coordinates patient care activities based on established priorities that will result in effective and efficient patient flow.
- Provides patient and family teaching regarding health promotion and maintenance as well as prevention of illness and injuries and other health related issues.
- Directs and delegates appropriate tasks and assignments to members of the nursing care team.
- Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families, and members of the health care team about the patient’s plan of care.
- Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for nursing practice and the delivery of safe and competent patient care.
- Works collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team in the plan and delivery of care.
- Participates in maintaining a safe, therapeutic and patient oriented environment that is sensitive to cultural diversity.
- Respects each patient’s unique individual needs, beliefs, and diversity and incorporates these in the delivery of care.
- Complies with applicable policies and procedures and supports the Compliance Program.
- Contributes to organizational operations by performing other duties as may be required.
Professional Commitment:
- Supports the vision, mission, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and Refuah Health.
- Maintains professional competence by keeping abreast with current knowledge of nursing practice and standards of care.
- Demonstrates appreciation for life-long learning and a spirit of inquiry through actions and encourages other co-workers to do the same.
- Functions as a professional role model and preceptor for new hires, and other staff.
- Projects a professional image and maintains a positive attitude.
- Participates in the prevention, identification and correction of potential and actual risk management issues.
- Participates actively in staff development programs, departmental committees, and other community initiatives.
- Promotes positive consumer interactions and acts as a patient advocate by upholding the Patient Bill of Rights.
- Protects patient’s privacy and confidentiality at all times.
Work and Play in Sullivan:
- Situated along the majestic Hudson River
- Easy drive to New York City and airports
- Scenic waterfront villages
- Mountain vistas and parks; hiking and biking trails
- Prestigious schools and universities
- Vibrant health, retail, manufacturing, pharmaceutical and construction industries
