Registered Nurse Outpatient Pulmonology

Job description

About Arnot Health
Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.
Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.
We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.
Learn more at www.arnothealth.org .
Registered Nurse Outpatient Pulmonology
The Pulmonary Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and care coordination for individuals with acute and chronic respiratory conditions in an outpatient setting. This role supports lung cancer screening initiatives, coordinates advanced pulmonary procedures, delivers patient education, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the treatment journey.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive nursing care in an outpatient pulmonary practice, including patient assessments, triage, medication administration, and clinical support during examinations and procedures.
• Coordinate and manage lung cancer screening programs, ensuring eligible patients receive timely screenings, follow-up care, and appropriate referrals.
• Serve as a patient navigator for individuals undergoing pulmonary evaluations and advanced procedures, including endobronchial valve placement.
• Assess, monitor, and prioritize patient needs, communicating changes in condition and care plans to providers and healthcare team members.
• Educate patients and families on pulmonary diseases, treatment plans, medications, preventive care, and self-management strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, radiology departments, specialists, and external providers to ensure seamless coordination of care and positive patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, manage patient communications, and assist with referrals, prior authorizations, and insurance-related processes.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, infection prevention practices, and the management of clinical supplies and resources.

Required Skills and Experience:
• Graduate of an approved RN program with current New York State licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Previous Pulmonary experience

Physical Requirements:
• Support quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, infection prevention practices, and the management of clinical supplies and resources.
• Employee required to be on his/her feet much of the time, some lifting, reaching and stooping involved.

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:
• Onsite
• Days-5 8 hour shifts
• 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:
• Standard Rate of $37.05-$44.65 per hour plus benefits

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