Registered Nurse - Long Term Care

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Bethlehem, PA

To learn more text "RN LTC - Good Shepherd" to 484-894-1659 Good Shepherd Home – Bethlehem is for individuals 18 years of age and older requiring residential nursing care. Primary diagnoses served include, but are not limited to, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, quadriplegia, Multiple Sclerosis, traumatic brain injury and spina bifida. Each resident and his or her family are active participants in the development of a care plan. JOB SUMMARY Promotes and restores residents' health by completing the nursing process. Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members. Provides physical and psychological support to residents\ and families. Delegates and evaluate care rendered by LPNs and CNAs to meet resident care needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IDENTIFIES RESIDENT CARE REQUIREMENTS Utilizes the Nursing Process as framework to deliver care by establishing or contributing to a plan of care with the resident Establishes and contributes to prioritization of goals with the resident and interdisciplinary team Identifies nursing diagnoses Identifies teaching objectives appropriate to care standards Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and resident progress toward goals as resident condition changes Continuously identifies actual and potential problems after implementation of nursing interventions Communicates plan of care and residents’ progress to interdisciplinary team Delegates plan of care to other licensed and unlicensed associates within their scope of practice Establishes rapport with potential and actual residents and other persons in a position to understand care requirements Provide holistic care that addresses physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual needs ESTABLISHES A COMPASSIONATE ENVIRONMENT Provides emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to residents, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members PROMOTES RESIDENT INDEPENDENCE Establishes care goals with residents Educates residents, family members, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills Demonstrates competence in providing care to residents ASSURES QUALITY OF CARE Adheres to therapeutic standards Measure health outcomes against resident goals and standards Continually recommends appropriate adjustments to resident plan of care Complies with organizational and nursing division’s philosophies and standards of care set by State Board of Nursing, State Nurse Practice Act, an other governing agency regulations Participates in performance improvement activities by directing and assessing care provided to residents by RNs, LPNs, CNAs, agency personnel, students, and other associates RESOLVES RESIDENT PROBLEMS & NEEDS Utilizes interdisciplinary team strategies Utilized established communication methods to ensure resolution of resident problems and needs Communicates resident status to interdisciplinary team members DOCUMENTS RESIDENTS CARE SERVICES Documents delivery of service, changes in resident condition, and resident response to nursing interventions in the resident medical record and other departmental records according to policies and procedures Ensures documentation of care rendered by other staff members Reviews, transcribes, communicates, and implements physician orders MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY Complies with HIPAA Ensures that all resident and organizational information is kept confidential MAINTAINS SAFE & CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT Complies with Infection Control policies, procedures, and regulations Complies with policies and procedures on storage and disposal of controlled substances, toxic and non-toxic chemicals, and other wastes Coordinates with health care support personnel ENSURES RESIDENT SAFETY Demonstrates skills and knowledge in compliance with the policies and procedures on medication and treatment administration Ensures CNAs and other staff members’ compliance on resident appropriate transfers, feeding, and personal hygiene Responds to resident medical and psychological concerns, potential or actual injury and or distress Complies with the policies and procedures on handling resident abuse ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT Demonstrates knowledge and skills on appropriate usage of equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions necessary in the delivery of care to residents. This includes troubleshooting malfunctions and requesting maintenance orders for repairs Participates in evaluation and recommendation of new equipment DEMONSTRATES FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY Ensures availability and inventory of stock supplies Utilizes equipment and or supplies as needed to accomplish job results Demonstrates time management skills through prioritization and delegation of tasks Complies with nurses’ roles on reimbursement for resident care services MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE Identifies professional education needs and opportunities Attends educational workshops Completes mandatory educational requirements Review professional publications Participates in professional organizations Shares new knowledge and learned skills with team members Attends unit meetings Participates in committees, projects, and performance improvement activities Be willing to support principles and practices that are consistent with high quality nursing care and resident services Follows accepted policies and procedures Adheres to professional code of ethics MAINTAINS COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS AMONG HEALTH CARE TEAMS Demonstrates knowledge in the organizational structure through compliance with the chain of command to present issues and concerns regarding resident care Participates in team problem-solving methods Holds each team member accountable for resident and team outcomes Demonstrates positive conflict resolution skills with all associates Participates in team meetings and recommends suggestions for improvement Treats all associates with dignity and respect Accepts and gives shift report in a timely manner Demonstrates self-awareness and emotional maturity Demonstrates skill and ability to effectively work with persons from diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds CONTRIBUTES TO ORGANIZATIONAL TEAM EFFORT Accomplishes relates results as needed Attends meetings as requested by organizational leaders Represents positively, the profession and organization at work and outside the facility Promotes and participates in organizational goals By responding to change in a consistent and positive manner. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred Work Experience Previous long term care, med-surg, or rehabilitation experience preferred Licenses / Certifications Registered Nurse license required Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required

RN

Full-time

6 days ago

Registered Nurse - Heart Failure/PH

St. Luke's University Health Network Bethlehem, PA

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.

Hematology & Oncology Registered Nurse

St. Luke's University Health Network Bethlehem, PA

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.

Hematology and Oncology Registered Nurse

St. Luke's University Health Network Bethlehem, PA

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.

Experienced Registered Nurse, Neonatal ICU (NICU), Opportunities at Select Campuses

St. Luke's University Health Network Bethlehem, PA

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. Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills. Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation. St. Luke’s, voted the region’s Best Place to Have a Baby, is a leader in perinatal care and high-risk deliveries. The multidisciplinary team at St. Luke’s delivers exceptional, evidenced-based, quality care to premature and critically ill neonates. Staffed 24/7 by fellowship-trained, board-certified neonatologists, along with neonatal nurse practitioners and a team of specially trained nurses, lactation consultants, occupational and physical therapists, the NICU offers the very latest in technology and developmental techniques. St. Luke’s NICUs are equipped to perform CT scans, echocardiograms, EKGs, EEGs and ultrasound, among others. The healthcare team is committed to providing a nurturing family-centered environment while partnering with the families and community to best meet the needs of the infant. Hospital Locations - openings may vary by campus availability: - Allentown Campus, Level III - Anderson Campus, Easton, Level III - Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown, Level II Additional Unique Opportunity: NICU Network Float Pool. A NICU Float RN will travel to the 4 campuses where NICU services are rendered to ensure appropriate staffing levels which allow our nurses to provide top quality care to our patients. The Float Registered Nurse is a highly skilled professional with a minimum of 2 years of NICU experience. This professional must possess a multi-disciplinary skill set and be flexible with their assignments. Competitive compensation is offered with additional stipends for flexibility of travel. SHIFT DETAILS: Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings! Positions may be available on various shifts including weekend program options and per diem. Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week Part time, less than 36 hours per week Holiday and weekend requirements per unit and company policies Per Diem, minimum of 2 shifts/month. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides nursing care for high risk neonates and infants through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, evaluates and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year NICU nursing experience, Maintain current BLS certification, Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program within 1 year. Nurses with less than 1 year of experience please see our internship page https://www.slhn.org/nursing-opportunities EDUCATION: Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 4 hours at a time. Walk up to 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds. Frequently lift, carry and push objects up to 75 pounds. Transport patients weighing up to 250 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher with assistance when appropriate. Consistently pull up to 10 lbs. Frequently pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance when appropriate. Frequently stoop and bend, crouch, kneel and climb. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Occasional crawling. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Frequently finger and handle objects. Occasionally firmly grasp, twist, turn objects with hands and fingers. 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, depth perception, and visual monotony (e.g. computer screen). 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.

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