Dermatology - Administration
University Job Title
Registered Nurse 2
Bargaining Unit
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Compensation Grade
Clinical & Research
Compensation Grade Profile
Registered Nurse 2 (24)
Wage Ranges
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Searchable Job Family
Clinical
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work Location
Medical School Campus
Worksite Address
40 Temple Street Temple Medical Center
New Haven, CT 06510
Position Focus:
Provides direct nursing care as a Registered Nurse in Dermatologic Surgery according to established procedures, protocols and scope of nursing practice care standards. Directs patient care activities in both Mohs Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology clinics by interpreting and implementing University and health care policies and standards.
Essential Duties
1. Performs physical assessments of patients, including triage duties and advises on treatment or course of action. 2. Identifies and evaluates nursing services problems and develops and implements appropriate programs and services, including assessing staffing needs and arranging coverage as needed. 3. Develops, implements, and manages nursing care plans in collaboration with physicians. 4. Instructs patients and families in proper treatment and advises patients on health maintenance and disease prevention. 5. Provides leadership, guidance, direction to clinical staff, and collaborates with nursing at all levels. 6. Determines standards for quality assurance and infection control procedures; trains staff in universal and isolation precautions in the area of infection control. 7. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic measures in collaboration with physicians. 8. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice and nursing services. 9. Records patients’ medical histories and symptoms, performs diagnostic tests and analyzes results, operates medical machinery, administers treatment and medications, and coordinates with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; assures all procedures for maintaining patient confidentiality are maintained per HIPAA guidelines. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and two years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Demonstrated ability to work well with other team members to provide exceptional patient care.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Proficiency in EPIC medical record charting, Microsoft Office.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Strong work ethic. Ability to perform and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Work hour flexibility to meet practice needs.
Required Licenses or Certifications
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut or Connecticut license eligible. Current CPR certification.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
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https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
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