St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Vascular Access Registered Nurse will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of advanced vascular access devices (PICC, midline, ultrasound guided PIV’s). Serves as a clinical resource and consultant to other healthcare professionals and will collaborate, coordinate and educate as needed to enhance excellence in the delivery of high quality patient care. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists nursing staff in assessing patient’s IV access for appropriateness related to a patient’s medications, diagnosis, presenting condition, vascular integrity and projected plan of care Provides consultation, education, and/or assistance to staff, regarding management of vascular access devices. Including patient/family education Rounds on all nursing units to assist staff with identifying patients who may need mid to long-term vascular access. Assist staff with troubleshooting issues related to vascular access devices Places PICC’s Long dwell midline catheters, and ultrasound guided peripheral IV catheters. Assists staff with blood specimen collection on difficult venous access patients Demonstrates competency is vein selection, sterile process, and use of Sapiens technology and care of the patient post procedure Provides in-services for staff as needed, to ensure current knowledge and competence in vascular access devices Assists with implanted port access/de-access and dialysis catheter access, management and troubleshooting PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Stand for up to 4 hours a day. Walk up to 4 hours a day. Consistently lift, carry and push objects. Positioning of patients while in bed and out in chair. Frequently stoop, bend and reach above shoulder level. EDUCATION: Current RN License required. Successful completion of PICC and Midline training Implanted port and Dialysis catheter competency validation on a periodic basis VA-BC preferred. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years in acute care hospital setting. Demonstrated proficiency with ultrasound guided IV techniques. Ability to work independently. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients across their life span, and through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. These nursing functions of the RN are carried out according to the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act, hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for overseeing the gathering of appropriate baseline intake information (from patients and referring physician offices) for working neurology group program (charts, medical reports, clinical office notes, medications, pathology reports, radiology reports, and demographics). Establishes priorities based on patient assessment. Provides multidisciplinary team with appropriate information and patient summaries. Attends all assigned working neurology conferences, facilitating the conference with physician leader. Disseminates Neurology Working Group recommendations within one day of meeting and disseminates appropriate documentation to each physician involved in patient’s care, including referring physician. Provides individualized patient/family information, support, education and resources regarding neurological conditions, diagnostic testing, procedures and surgeries. Serves as a consistent contact for patient/family throughout the process of diagnosis and treatment. Empowers patient/family to participate in the plan of care, documents compliance and concerns, monitors patient progress, consults with physicians and other members of the health care team at agreed upon intervals. Appropriately refers/assists with coordination of appointments for consultations, physician referrals, and community resources as related to the neurology program. Interacts with administration, manages and facilitates program improvement, keeps team up to date with program and monitors progress in achieving desired outcomes. Manages the cross continuum care of multidisciplinary patients to provide high quality of care in an effective and efficient manner with close attention to service excellence. Acts as network-wide neurology resource nurse and program coordinator of neurology working group. Identifies patient and/or provider needs and ensures delivery of quality services to patients. Collaborates with Network Clinical Studies Coordinator in clinical trials enrollment and data collection. Reviews and identifies appropriate cases for clinical trial eligibility with the study coordinator. Other related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 7 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 3 hours per day; 2 hours at a time. Walk 1 hour per day; 10 minutes at a time. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required. Registered Professional Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three to five years Nursing experience required. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Registered Nurse Hematology and Oncology delivers nursing care for patients across their life span, and through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. These nursing functions of the Registered Nurse are carried out according to the New Jersey/Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act (based on location), hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works in conjunction with the Medical Oncologist to provide the highest level of care to the patients. Acts as a scribe for chemotherapy orders and has proficient knowledge of chemotherapy protocols. Communicates with infusion center as necessary per patient’s treatment regimen. Enters retrospective orders into EMR per protocol for medications, imaging and procedures. Provides treatment education to patients and their families and answers questions regarding diagnosis and treatment. Serves as a consistent contact for the patient/family throughout the process of diagnosis and treatment. Assists in coordination of care to other providers within the network. Maintains detailed knowledge of computer software systems as it relates to job functions. Prioritize phone calls and coordinate care accordingly. Responds to written and telephone inquiries from patients, insurance carriers and facilities regarding planned services. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS : Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at a time). Continually uses fingers for patient care, writing and viewing patient chart in Electronic Medical Record. Routinely uses upper extremities; occasionally lift items up to 25 pounds. Occasionally pushcart with supplies up to 30 pounds. Occasionally push wheelchair with patient weighing up to 325 pounds. Stoop, bend and reach above shoulder level regularly. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation and taking blood pressure readings. General vision, near vision and peripheral vision all required. EDUCATION : Current RN license in the State of New Jersey or Pennsylvania, based on work location. Required within 6 months of employment to take the Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Course with successful completion of post-test. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE : Oncology experience required. Experience in ambulatory oncology nursing helpful. Current CPR required. It is required within 6 months of employment to take the Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Course with successful completion of post-test. Oncology Nurse certification (OCN) is preferred be obtained after the second year of employment. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Critical Care Transport (CCT) Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) is responsible for the direct patient care and clinical aspects of the St. Luke’s Emergency and Transport Services Critical Care Transport Program. The CCT PHRN will report directly to the CCT Program Nurse Manager, and under the authorization of the St. Luke’s Emergency and Transport Services Medical Director provide care and treatment with an advanced scope of practice in accordance with the following Pennsylvania Department of Health Scope of Practice for Critical Care Transport Emergency Medical Services Providers [50 Pa.B 413] and New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services Specialty Care Transport Unit NJAC 8:41-1 JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients. Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process. Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan. Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources. Maintains an awareness of unit budget. Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers. Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement. Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs. Complies with established chain of command for work related problems. Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department. Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes. Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. EDUCATION: Successfully graduated from an accredited school of nursing Currently possess an unrestricted registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Must within (90) Ninety days of hire obtain a registered nurse license in the State of New Jersey Currently possesses a Pre-hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) through the Pennsylvania Dept. Of Health EMS Dept. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: CCT PHRN must be a registered nurse with the following nursing experience a) At least two years and 4000 hours of in hospital critical care experience or one year (2000 hours) in a progressive level 1 ICU along with 3 years (5000 hours) emergency department experience. Current BLS, PALS, ACLS certification. EVOC/EVDT certification with EMSVO endorsement Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement) Be at least 18 years of age Have a valid driver’s license Must observe all traffic laws Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person’s ability to drive an ambulance. Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher. (Preferred) PHTLS certification (Preferred) NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800. (Preferred) Radio communication skills; office skills including typing. Excellent organizational skills; pleasant telephone manner. Ability to perform job with a minimum of direct supervision. Must successfully complete clinical and operational orientation in order to be granted unrestricted medical command Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required. Experience in computer operations Must attain specialty board certification in Critical Care Transport nursing such as CFRN or CTRN within 12 months of hire date. Must successfully complete the following courses within 24 months of hire -Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) -Fundamentals for Critical Care Support (FCCS) -Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) -Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) WORK SCHEDULE: Hours vary based on operational needs of the department. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Registered Nurse (RN) Ambulatory delivers nursing care for patients across their life span, and through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. These nursing functions of the RN are carried out according to the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act, hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients. Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process. Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan. Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources. Maintains an awareness of unit budget. Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers. Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement. Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs. Complies with established chain of command for work related problems. Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department. Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes. Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above should level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. EDUCATION: Current RN license in the State of Pennsylvania. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year medical/surgical experience preferred. Individualized orientation program for all areas. Evidence of successful completion of BLS. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
