Registered Nurse Outpatient Pulmonology

MAIN FUNCTION:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing pulmonary practice. This role combines traditional clinical nursing responsibilities with a specialized focus on lung health, including lung cancer screening coordination and advanced pulmonary procedure navigation (e.g., endobronchial valve therapy).

The ideal candidate is highly organized, patient-focused, and comfortable managing both clinical care and care coordination for patients with complex respiratory conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Nursing Duties

* Provide direct patient care in an outpatient pulmonary setting

* Perform patient rooming, including vital signs, medical history updates, and medication reconciliation

* Assist physicians with examinations and in-office procedures

* Administer medications, injections, and vaccines in accordance with clinical protocols

* Conduct patient triage (in-person and via phone), assessing symptoms and prioritizing care needs

* Educate patients and families on pulmonary conditions, treatments, and care plans

* Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Assesses and cares for patients under the direction of Provider. Supervises care of licensed
• practical nurses and medical assistants in the office setting.
• Provides patient assessment in an ongoing and efficient manner focusing on the patient, including physical, behavioral and cognitive needs.
• Determines patient's care history, including test results, hospitalizations, ED case, urgent care, community care, and referrals to consultants.
• Performs accurate triage and assessment of patient problems, prioritizes care and recognizes changes in patient status. Keeps provider informed of changes in plan of care.
• Implements an established plan of care in a knowledgeable, skillful and consistent manner.

Carries out physician preapproved standing orders so that efficient and effective care is rendered

• Is responsible for maintaining clean, orderly drug sample cabinets if applicable, containing only drugs with current expiration dates, by documenting on monthly sample cabinet check sheet.
• Performs all aspects of universal precautions when in patient care and maintains current Infection Control Certification as required by New York State (not a requirement for nurses practicing in Pennsylvania).

Pulmonary Care Coordination & Navigation

* Coordinate and track lung cancer screening programs (e.g., low-dose CT scans)

* Identify eligible patients and ensure appropriate screening follow-up

* Serve as a patient navigator for individuals undergoing lung cancer screening

* Track abnormal findings and ensure timely diagnostic follow-up and referrals

* Coordinate care for patients undergoing advanced pulmonary procedures, including **endobronchial valve placement**

* Collaborate with physicians, radiology departments, and external providers to streamline patient care

* Monitor patient progress and ensure adherence to treatment and follow-up plans

Administrative & Operational Support

* Manage patient communication, including test results and care instructions

* Assist with prior authorizations, referrals, and insurance coordination related to pulmonary services

* Support quality improvement initiatives and compliance with clinical guidelines

* Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and vaccines

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an approved RN program with current New York State licensure.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous nursing experience in a medical office setting preferred. Excellent communication and writing ability.

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Employee required to be on his/her feet much of the time, some lifting, reaching and stooping involved.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY:

• Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluids/tissue.