Nursing Jobs in Claymont, DE

RN Educator Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse Educator - Penn Presbyterian Cath Lab and EP Lab

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) practices within the UPHS professional practice model and exhibits UPHS core values, which reflect its mission. Based on a specialized knowledge base, the CNE designs, implements and evaluates standards of practice that improve the delivery of high quality, comprehensive care to individuals, families and population. The CNE is a clinical leadership position that includes the traditional components of patient care, consultation, research utilization and education with the aims of upholding practice standards, contributing to the professional development of others and shaping/influencing nursing practice within the organization. The CNE actively supports organizational goals. Specifically, the CNE facilitates the implementation of organizational initiatives that integrates evidence/research, professional/regulatory standards, and demonstrates system savvy. The CNE re-frames clinical practice issues/initiatives to highlight the implications so that various groups (e.g. clinicians-educators-administrators) can respond to, or incorporate concerns into practice changes. A hallmark of CNE practice is the management of complex patient-family situations. As a clinical leader, the CNE serves as a vital liaison to communicate and negotiate multiple perspectives within the organization in a respectful and effective manner to achieve/advocate positive change and delivery of appropriate and ethical care. The CNE's leadership style embodies a sense of moral agency that is depicted by collaboratively addressing and/or resolving problematic or ethical issues in a manner that upholds right and good care. In particular, the CNE conveys a presence that simultaneously responds to the immediate patient and family needs while empowering others to effectively manage the clinical situation. The CNE interacts with staff in a manner that recognizes their developmental needs and promotes their understanding of issues/knowledge and reflective practice. The implementation of any CNE position varies and evolves over time in response to patient population needs, new clinical science/evidence, organizational goals and changes within the health system locally and nationally. As such, the CNE and appropriate clinical leadership collaborate to implement initiatives and mutually establish clinically relevant accountabilities. The CNE demonstrates sophisticated judgment in balancing the competing demands of the position. The CNE demonstrates a knowledge base within a specialty area that may include caring for people ranging in age from infancy to the elderly. The CNE is self-directed and purposeful in maintaining current professional knowledge and competence within specialty area. The domains of evidence-based practice and research, safety, professionalism, person and family centered care, leadership, informatics/technology, teamwork and continuous quality improvement frame the work of the CNE. Within the professional practice model, the CNE facilitates an environment of support that facilitates and preserves the autonomy and accountability of the primary and associate nurse roles. Responsibilities: Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Research Competency: Conducts work of thorough and systematic inquiry. Includes the search for, interpretation, and use of evidence in clinical practice and quality improvement, as well as active participation in the conduct of research. Assumes accountability for health care outcomes. Develops evidence based clinical interventions and systems to achieve defined patient and system outcomes. Evaluates care outcomes with focus on nursing interventions. Assimilates and applies research-based information to design, implement and evaluate patient plans of care. Contributes to interdisciplinary plans of care based on best practice guidelines and evidence-based practice (EBP). Leads system change to improve clinical and system level processes and outcomes. Safety : Minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Ethical Decision-Making, Moral Agency and Advocacy, Systems Analyst/Risk Anticipator Competency: Identify, articulate, and take action on ethical concerns at the patient, family, health care provider, system, political, community, social, economic and public policy levels. Participates in systems review to critically evaluate and anticipate risks to client safety to improve quality of client care delivery. Presents healthcare issues through appropriate channels to facilitate change. Conducts investigations and follow-up to Penn Safety Nets. Participates in root cause analysis (RCA), evaluates outcome data and barriers in creating action plan related to the analysis. Works with quality improvement teams, engages in designing and implementing a process for improving patient safety. Presents and disseminates information to appropriate personnel. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through life-long learning, adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. UPHS Organizational Competency: UPHS has defined skills, knowledge and behaviors as key for giving great service and great value. Recognizes the responsibility to develop staff and integrate the values and behaviors expected to fulfill their role. Actively pursues new knowledge and skills needed in the role. Develops a lifelong learning plan. Speaks in a public forum. Participates in a professional organization. Participates in committee work. Promotes the care of patients and families in light of the ANA Nursing Standards of Care and the Code of Ethics. Differentiates between outcomes that require care process modification at the individual level and at the system level. Person and Family Centered Care: Recognize the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Direct Care Competency: Direct interaction with staff, patients, families, groups of patients and community to promote health or well-being and improve quality of life. Characterized by a holistic perspective in the advanced nursing management of health, illness, and disease states. Creates an environment that facilitates learning and the achievement of desired cognitive, affective and psychomotor outcomes. Effects change through advocacy for the profession, interdisciplinary health care team and patient Identifies clinical and cost outcomes that improve patient safety, effectiveness, timeliness, efficiency, quality and patient centered care. Assists staff in the development of innovative, cost-effective programs or protocols of care. Identifies health care related issues, communicates effectively to achieve quality outcomes. Participates in the development of change in policy within the health care organization. Leadership: Effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Systems Leadership Competency: The ability to manage change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across systems. Communicates effectively, utilizing techniques of conflict resolution and active listening. Facilitates the provision of clinically competent care through staff education, role modeling, teambuilding and healthy work environment. Discovers, disseminates and applies evidence for practice and for changing practice. Coaching Competency: Skillful guidance and teaching to advance the care of patients, families, groups of patients, and the profession of nursing. Analyzes interdisciplinary patterns of communication and chain of command both internal and external to the unit. Uses appropriate teaching/learning principles and strategies with current information, materials, technologies to facilitate learning. Conducts health care education based on risk profile, patient self-management. Develops, implements and evaluates supplemental education for unit specific needs. Informatics/Technology: Utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. IT competency: The ability to manage technology in complex health care settings. Uses information systems and technology at the point of care to improve health care outcomes. Prepares and analyzes reports from EMR and quality data to improve patient outcomes. Evaluates the impact of new technologies and innovations on nursing staff, patients, families and the health system. Provides information to team on new technologies. Teamwork: Effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Collaboration Competency: Working jointly with others to optimize clinical outcomes. Collaborates at an advanced level by committing to authentic engagement and constructive patient, family, system, and population-focused problem-solving. Engages in scholarship. Properly delegates and utilizes nursing team resources. Serves as a leader and partner in the interdisciplinary health care team that promotes safety, culturally competent care and clinical excellence. Conducts a multidisciplinary team meeting. Incorporates patient and family in the care team. Identifies patient centered clinical and cost-effective outcomes that improve safety, timeliness, efficiency and quality. Builds partnerships within the health system. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): Utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective and equitable. Consultation Competency: Patient, staff, or system-focused interaction between professionals in which the consultant is recognized as having specialized expertise and assists consulted with problem solving. Develops and maintains competence in the role of the CPS. Provides consultation to staff, providers and interdisciplinary team. Synthesizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and achieve optimal patient care and care environment outcomes. Coordinates care based on desired outcomes consistent with evidence-based guidelines and quality care standards. Analyzes unit-based resources and set priorities for maximizing outcomes. Credentials: Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Basic Cardiac Life Support from the American Heart Association (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: Nursing Equivalent Experience: Master of Arts or Science Cath Lab or EP Lab experience (Preferred) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Per Diem
Penn Medicine

PRN MOB Pool Nursing RN - Penn Presbyterian Heart Failure and Thoracic Surgery – Cupp 3 South

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: 3 South is a 30-bed unit specializing in cardiovascular disorders and thoracic surgery. 3 South cares primarily for patients frequently requiring ambulatory telemetry monitoring, in a Progressive Care Unit environment. Cardiovascular disorders cared for on 3 South include: MI-following the acute stay in the HVICU, Heart Failure; Pulmonary Edema; Arrhythmias; Post-interventional Radiology patients; Post-procedure Angioplasty; Valvular Heart Disease. The staff cares for Thoracic Surgery patients undergoing various thoracic surgical procedures such as lobectomy, esophagectomy, sleeve resection/chest wall resection, VATS, lung volume reduction surgery and endobronchial valves. In addition, the staff cares for Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) and Heart Failure (HF) patients, utilizing hemodynamic monitoring tools to diagnose and treat the most severe forms of both diseases including patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities: Professional Practice Competency Domains Definitions Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association (Required) Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Pennsylvania RN licensure Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: BSN from an accredited school of nursing Equivalent Experience: More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Manager/Supervisor Med-Surg Full-time
Penn Medicine

Nurse Manager - 5 Cathcart/5 Schiedt (Med/Surg) at Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Pennsylvania Hospital has a great career opportunity to be the next Nurse Manager of 5 Cathcart/5 Schiedt, our 62-bed Medical-Surgical Nursing Unit. On 5 Cathcart/5 Schiedt, we provide superior care to adult acute care patients. Our clinicians use Modified Primary Care Nursing as our care delivery model to provide the highest quality of care. Our physicians, nurses, and patient care techs, are experts in caring for patients with a variety of diagnoses including but not limited to Sickle Cell Anemia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Congestive Heart Failure/Chronic Renal Failure and Substance Use Disorders. We are also well versed in working with the Transfusion-Free Medicine Team to provide care to our Bloodless Medicine patients. In addition, we are experts in providing symptomatic management for oncology patients. Our niche is providing care for patients with multi co-morbid conditions. We use a holistic multidisciplinary approach, functioning within the Care, Lead, Innovate Professional Practice Model. This professional practice model allows us to care for our patients the same way we would want to be cared for-where the patient is a valued integral part of the healthcare team. The team is fortunate to have a staff committed to their patients and the hospital. Strong levels of teamwork in addition to high levels of autonomy have led to high nursing satisfaction and low turnover. Summary: • As Nurse manager, you will assume 24-hour accountability for the operation of the designated patient care unit. This includes the provision of leadership to improve patient care, enhance professional development and achieve nursing goals. The Nurse Manager is supported in these efforts by an Assistant Nurse Manager. Responsibilities include: • Employee Satisfaction: Regularly meets with employees to improve communication and to build productive relationships. • Direct and champions performance improvement in diverse areas of focus, including but not limited to, patient satisfaction, patient care quality, patient safety, clinical efficiency, and work environment. • Analyze employee satisfaction data & identify opportunities for improvement. • Collaborate with staff to develop action plans. Implement and follow through with action plans. • Focus energy on collaboration and not blame using a Fair and Just Culture framework. • Internal Partnerships: Works with UPHS leadership, clinical leadership, and entity leadership in developing programs, services and initiatives to anticipate future customer needs, build customer loyalty and generate profitable growth. • Sets standards and drives operational integration of programs by ensuring alignment of communication to Nursing and Non-Nursing Leadership. • Establish/update processes and work practices for the unit/department: Manage and eliminate process workarounds by appropriately and consistently sharing with organizational partners the issues which require their attention. • Review survey comments and follow-up where appropriate on a regular basis. • Analyze the data and identify opportunities for improvement. • Share data with staff and mutually identify opportunities for improvement within the department’s span of influence. • Manage team and individual performance in alignment with the UPHS vision of service excellence: drive patient/client loyalty and physician referral by ensuring staff under your supervision understand the UPHS commitment to service, their own work processes, and have the necessary skills to meet service expectations. • Manage patient/client complaints and provide timely follow up to ensure satisfaction. • Ensure that staff understand and demonstrate service recovery commitment. • Establish/update processes and work practices for the unit/department. • Communicate, reinforce, and update as necessary environment of care procedures, (e.g. safety, security, hazardous materials, emergencies, medical equipment, and utility management.) • Continuously improve unit/department operations to maintain and exceed internal/external regulatory compliance and achieve clinical excellence. • Participates in and supports patient safety goals and initiatives (FMEA, RCA, ACA). • Manage team and individual performance in alignment within the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) Six Aims for Improvement. • Communicate roles, accountabilities and performance measures to all staff. • Identify unit quality metrics, review and track regularly. • Regulatory Compliance (In partnership with Leadership Team): Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory standards and requirements, including TJC Department of Health, funding agencies, FDA, HIPAA, HCFA, DPW and others. • Demonstrates understanding Magnet standards and aligns organization to meet them. • Change Management: Proactively develops change management strategy for major organizational activities and events Implements change management strategy within Nursing and UPHS in alignment with UPHS objectives. • Identifies and facilitates agreement of major messages which are consistent regardless of audience, credible and reflects UPHS’ core values. • Communication plans are effectively implemented. • Ensure appropriate follow-up of major issues. • Manage routine and crisis communications throughout the entity/community as they arise. • Demonstrates recognition of the systemic impact of employee communication and/or policy changes and solicits proactive feedback prior to implementation. • Evaluates effectiveness of change and implementation plans. • Nursing Leadership: Provides vision and leadership for Nursing Practice Model. • Participates in the selection, career development and annual performance review of their staff and peers as requested. In cooperation with interdisciplinary colleagues, assists in improving system-wide capability by capturing and sharing best practices across the Entity. • Collaborates with other Nurse Managers and leaders in rapid and effective implementation of these best practices in ways appropriate to each health delivery setting. In collaboration with physicians and administration proactively promotes efforts to improve cost effective quality patient care. • Shared Governance: Mentors unit council chair, providing problem solving, conflict resolution and meeting management support. • Assumes accountability for scheduling release time for clinical nurses to attend Shared Governance Council meetings. • Tracks clinical nurse release time for council meetings for budget monitoring and future budgeting considerations. • Facilitates and supports unit council decision-making and action planning. • Assures the effectiveness of the PAH Nursing Shared Governance Model by serving as an advisor to the unit council and its chair. • Assesses unit council members’ development and skills and addresses ongoing educational needs. • Evaluates outcomes of unit council against identified goals. • Community: Represents the interests of the Pennsylvania Hospital in the served community. • Supports clinical nurses’ participation in community outreach projects such health education and screening. • Participate on/in community boards, ad hoc committees and community organizations in area of responsibility or expertise. • Supports requests for clinical experiences for area Schools of Nursing. • Patient Flow: Promotes and helps maintain efficient patient flow initiatives through facilitation of Care Coordination activities. • Collaborates with APPs, physicians and health care team members to facilitate strong interdisciplinary communication regarding patient flow. • Utilizes available patient flow reporting, determines gaps in efficiency and work with the health care team to meet unit and system wide goals. • Communicates patient flow successes and barriers to unit and department leadership. • Evidence Based Nursing Practice: In collaboration with Clinical Nurse Specialist, shares/disseminates to Nurses, and other clinical leaders, and administrators throughout Entity, research-based clinical nursing interventions and health service delivery models that have demonstrated potential to improve patient care and achieve cost savings. Assists these Nurses in rapid and effective implementation of these best practices. • Nursing Research/Translational Medicine: Collaborates with the School of Nursing and other researchers in promoting and coordinating research-based practices, which foster improved methods for patient care and nursing practices in inpatient, ambulatory, and other community care settings. • Financial Management: Develop understanding of Revenue & Reimbursement in HealthCare Develop budget for individual AU/Dept based on assumptions and decisions made by UPHS and Dept Leaders Budget management for AU/Dept. • Seeks opportunities to reduce supply costs. • Review Financial Reports distributed via eBroadcast monthly or monthly financial tool to ensure all activity within an AU is expended in the month. • Preview monthly expense reports to detect errors/discrepancies and resolve issues. • Provide budget variance explanations to Finance/Division Business Manager and UPHS management monthly. • Analyze and manage data as tools to manage expenses. • Ensure Requestor/Drafter understands Material Management Processes Support Supply Value Initiatives Ability to balance financial and staffing models to achieve budget targets and organization objectives. • Successfully negotiates resourcing needs across boundaries with partners as appropriate. • Workforce Planning: Talent management plan in place for current and future staff Succession plan in place for critical positions. • Attract/Recruit: Recruitment of competent staff to meet operational needs (“scope of service” “products & services”) and who demonstrate the ability to be service orientation and align with the core values. • On-Boarding: Proper orientation of staff to their roles, accountabilities and performance measures within probationary period. • Development: Development of staff - Encourages continuous growth and helps staff to realize full potential by identifying stretch objectives and creating learning plans. Effective and timely performance management such that: Clearly defines work expectations, recognizes and rewards individuals for a job well done, addresses performance issues immediately and directly, and conducts performance appraisals annually. • Retention: Employee retention strategy in place. • Employee survey implementation and action planning. • Positive employee relations, effective employee communications, employee total compensation is market based, and competitive employee recognition. • Compliance: Ensures that Entity utilizes consistent, effective processes for establishing and monitoring the credentials of its nursing staff. • Ensure continuous survey readiness, ensure department human resource management practices comply with labor law, state & federal requirements and employee safety. Credentials: • Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required). • BLS/CPR as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association required. • Registered Nurse - PA (Required). • RN Required. Currently licensed as a professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Education or Equivalent Experience: • Master of Science Nursing (Required for external candidates) and 5+ years Progressive nursing experience required with demonstrated leadership and management skills. • Master’s degree preferred for internal candidates or must be enrolled in a Master's program (MSN preferred). Degree completion must occur within 2 years of start of position and 5+ years Progressive nursing experience required with demonstrated leadership and management skills. • BSN Required. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Hospice Full-time
Penn Medicine

Full Time Home Hospice RN-Montgomery County/Northern Chester County

Penn Medicine West Chester, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Penn Medicine at Home's Hospice Care has a holistic philosophy that takes a pro-active approach to pain and symptom management and recognizes that pain extends beyond the physical. The symptoms of each patient's illness are addressed as well as the emotional and spiritual concerns of the patient, caregiver and family — assisting patients and loved ones with the challenges that come with death and dying. Hospice care provides an opportunity for healthcare professionals to help patients take control of their life and treatment. A multidisciplinary hospice team provides a wide range of care and support, allowing patients to live out their final months comfortably, in control, and with the dignity and respect they deserve. The territory for this position is in West Philadelphia. Responsibilities: Professional Practice Competency Domains Definitions Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association. Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Pennsylvania RN licensure Education or Equivalent Experience: Associates or Bachelor of Science Nursing (Required) ASN or BSN from an accredited school of nursing and More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Full-time
Fresenius Medical Care

IPS RN

Fresenius Medical Care Norristown, PA
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Inpatient RN provides direct patient care in accordance to company policies and procedures which includes FMCNA compliance programs and contracted hospitals’ policies and procedures. Areas of practice are diverse, including, but not limited to, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, continuous renal replacement therapies, apheresis, and ultrafiltration. The Inpatient RN will partner with the hospital to provide quality care to the patient and deliver care that provides a positive patient experience. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under limited supervision, applies considerable knowledge to perform a broad range of tasks which include but are not limited to direct patient care in multiple modalities not limited to hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, ultrafiltration, continuous renal replacement therapy, and Apheresis. Provides supervision and direction of Patient Care Technicians and clerical staff; provides direction and education to ICU staff for CRRT. Responsible for direct patient care of assigned patients in the Inpatient Renal Replacement and Apheresis Services setting and providing the appropriate treatment technique for assigned patients as prescribed in all modality procedures, as appropriately defined – hemodialysis, peritoneal, continuous renal replacement therapies, ultrafiltration, and Apheresis. Assesses patients’ responses to treatment therapy making appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan as indicated by the appropriately credentialed physician. Communicate problems or concerns to the Inpatient Program Manager, appropriately credentialed physician, patient hospital primary nurse and others as indicated. Delivers safe, effective care in a timely an efficient manner. Gives organized, concise shift reports for patients on assigned shifts. Apply high level thinking skills to shift patient schedules to meet needs of more critical patients due to labs, MD order, or patient assessment. Responsible for the implementation, administration, monitoring, and documentation of patient’s response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier. Collaborates and communicates with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and coordinate daily patient care plan to ensure continuity of care. Initiates and communicates to FMS facility nursing staff and appropriate hospital personnel as needed. Accurately documents all treatment information in the individual patient record (ACES) and the hospital record, as needed. Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding areas between treatments according to inpatient renal services policies and procedures. Conducts all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and documents where appropriate. Performs all required pre-treatment dialysis machine alarm testing. If applicable, initiates Solution Delivery System. Operates all related equipment appropriately and safely and provides minor trouble shooting when necessary; efficiently utilizes supplies to prevent waste. Understands, conducts, and documents appropriately Dialysis/Apheresis machine safety tests/alarm tests, equipment calibration, dialysate testing, machine safety tests, functional testing, and internal and external disinfection on all water & dialysis machines, and complies with the documentation/notification standards per FMS policies. Completes and documents ongoing participation in QAI activities. Participates in staff meetings as scheduled. Participates in staff training and orientation as assigned. Acts as a subject matter expert to hospital staff for dialysis related patient/equipment complications. Responsible for reporting all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the inpatient manager and other parties per the Adverse Event Report requirements. May be assigned to in-center patient care on an as needed basis Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. Direct patient care, interaction with patients, outpatient clinicians, hospital staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned hospitals and facilities; as well as travel to regional meetings/educational events. Position requires on call rotation including night, day, weekend, and holidays. There is potential for exposure to potentially infectious material and contagious diseases/material. Position provides direct patient care which regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patient and/or equipment > 200lbs (with assistance); and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30lbs up as high as 5 feet. SUPERVISION: Provides supervision and direction of Patient Care Technicians (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technicians (CCHT)) and clerical staff; provides direction and education to ICU staff for CRRT. EDUCATION: Current appropriate state licensure. Maintains acquired knowledge and remains current in advancements in nephrology, in particular, relative to inpatient care (hospitalized patients requiring varied treatment modalities, not limited to Renal Replacement, Apheresis, and Ultrafiltration services). Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which employed. Certification in Nephrology Nursing, Apheresis Nursing, or both is highly encouraged. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : One year RN experience required and required nursing skills. Minimum 6 months nephrology experience required before working independently with no other Dialysis RNs to provide dialysis and ultrafiltration services. Minimum 6 months Nephrology experience required before working independently with no other Apheresis RNs to provide Apheresis services. Demonstrated strong assessment skills related to the critically ill patient. ICU experience preferred but not required. Successful completion of training course in the theory and practice of care of the ESRD patient – Progressive Renal Education Preparation. BLS CPR Recognition. ACLS CPR Recognition preferred, but not required. Demonstrates organizational and time management skills, and a competency toward completing continuing and ongoing Renal/Nephrology education. Displays leadership skills and ability to direct and supervise others (such as PCTs, CCHTs, clerical staff). Successful completion of Nurses Technical Training. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans
LPN Per Diem
Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Acts Retirement-Life Communities Media, PA
Overview Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more! Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position in our assisted living neighborhood. In this role, you will be responsible for providing general nursing care to the residents in our assisted living residences, while attending to their medical and emotional needs. Requirements The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: Current State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license Current or eligible for certification in CPR Team members are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment), paid time off and holidays, and much more! Eligibility may vary based on status. For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org and join our Talent Network to receive e-mail alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests! Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 states, and over 8,500 team members. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our team members are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our team members. Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process. Pay Range $35.50 - $35.50 / hour. Starting rate will vary based on skills and experience.
RN Director of Nursing Full-time
Community Options, Inc.

Director of Nursing

Community Options, Inc. King of Prussia, PA
Description Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Director of Nursing in Southeastern Pennsylvania . The Director of Nursing leads a team including RNs and LPNs for an assigned region to care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support teams with day-to-day operations and challenges to ensure the medical and healthcare needs of the individuals we support are met. Responsibilities Lead and train teams to support programmatic initiatives, goals, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, employee recognition, and internal control reviews Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law Train staff on the healthcare needs, medical conditions, and plan of care for assigned individuals Develop and conduct comprehensive training programs Develop and update nursing care plans and health care plans with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments Ensure nursing protocols comply with state and board of nursing regulations and guidelines Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services Ensure nurse assessments and program documentation are completed accurately and timely Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed Assess systemic risk management issues with the administration of medications Review all medication errors, analyze each error, and report per state regulations Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families Follow strict infection control procedures regarding blood borne pathogens Available after hours by phone for on call emergency telephone triage Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field Valid RN license allowing you to practice in assigned state Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Minimum two years of experience as a registered nurse Complete all state and agency required training Remain abreast of all board of nursing regulations and industry standards Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities Knowledge of state regulatory agency operations and standards relevant to supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience Proficient with Microsoft Office Experience working with electronic health record systems; Therap preferred Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing Why Community Options? Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday Generous PTO Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 403b Retirement Plan Incredible career growth opportunities University partnerships that include tuition reduction Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-KP
RN OR Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse 2 - Operating Room - SurgiCenter @ Hospital of University of Pennsylvania

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? The Perelman Center SurgiCenter with HUP is seeking a Clinical Nurse 2 to join the OR team. Summary: The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities: Professional Practice Competency Domains Definitions Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association. Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Pennsylvania RN licensure Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Science Nursing (Required) BSN from an accredited school of nursing and More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse 2 - RN/Tech - Endoscopy W/ Hospital of University of Pennsylvania

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Hospital of University of Pennsylvania is seeking a RN/Technologist role with Endoscopy. The shift will be primarily day shift with an occasional “late coverage” shift. It will be 4-10 hour shifts, from 7a-530p Monday-Friday with a 24hr weekend commitment ~every 14 th weekend. Apply today! Summary: The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities: Professional Practice Competency Domains Definitions Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association. Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Pennsylvania RN licensure Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Science Nursing (Required) BSN from an accredited school of nursing and More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse 1- Inpatient (days) Cardiac Surgery and Cardiology – Cupp 3 East

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? *New to Practice RNs will be automatically enrolled in the Nurse Residency Program as part of their Orientation. Residency is currently offered in Jan, March, May, July, August, September & November of each year* https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-health-care-professionals/for-nurses-and-advanced-practice/education-and-training/nursing-programs/nurse-residency 3 East is a 32-Bed unit specializing in cardiac surgery and cardiology medicine. 3 East cares for patients with Acute Cardiovascular disorders frequently requiring remote telemetry monitoring, in a Progressive Care Unit environment. These include, but are not limited, to the following patient groups: Acute MIs, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Transcatheter Aortic Valve replacement (TAVR) Arrhythmias, Post-open-heart surgery (OHS), post endovascular procedures, post cardiac catheterization patients, s/p pacemaker and ICD insertion, Valvular Heart Disease, and medical/surgical overflow. Summary of Accountabilities: The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is a newly licensed new-to-practice RN or RN with less than 15 months of experience that demonstrates basic safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice seeks guidance to integrate concepts, knowledge, skills and attitudes to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse I New to Practice/Apprentice position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is accountable for the provision of direct care to patients who may range in age from infancy to the elderly and demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Teamwork, and Technology/ Informatics. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and benefits from feedback while demonstrating growth in the ability to care for increasingly complex patients. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice /Apprentice must complete all Clinical Nurse 1 competencies and is expected to advance to the Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague level by 18 months of professional practice. Credentials: BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association (Required at time of hire) Pennsylvania RN or PA Temporary Practice Permit (Required at time of hire) Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Science Nursing/BSN required from an accredited school of nursing and less than 15 months RN experience to be considered a Clinical RN 1. *New to Practice RNs will be automatically enrolled in the Nurse Residency Program as part of their Orientation. Residency is currently offered in Jan, March, May, July, August, September & November of each year* https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-health-care-professionals/for-nurses-and-advanced-practice/education-and-training/nursing-programs/nurse-residency We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Outpatient Full-time
Penn Medicine

Ambulatory Nurse II- Dermatology Surgery (Mohs)

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Entity: Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) Department: Dermatology Surgery (Mohs) Location: Perelman Center, 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA Hours: Full-Time; 4-10 hour shifts 7:30am-5pm (day off is variable) Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized, tissue-sparing surgical technique used in the treatment of select cutaneous malignancies, particularly tumors with a high risk of recurrence or those located in anatomically or cosmetically sensitive areas (e.g., face, ears, neck). The procedure involves the staged excision of thin layers of tissue, with each layer processed via immediate histopathologic evaluation. This process is repeated until clear margins are achieved. Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rates for basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma and is also indicated for certain melanoma subtypes. The Ambulatory II Dermatology Surgery (Mohs) Registered Nurse supports dermatologic surgeons throughout the Mohs micrographic surgery process, ensuring safe, precise, and patient-centered care. Summary Preparing patients for surgery and ensuring readiness for the procedure Administering local anesthesia and assisting the surgeon during all stages of the operation Providing comprehensive wound care, post-procedure instructions, and patient education The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Ambulatory Nurse II position description addendum. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients. Responsibilities: Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Informatics/Technology: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Credentials/Education: Diploma or ASN from an accredited school of nursing (Required) RN with state licensure- PA (Required) BLS- American Heart Association (Required) Minimum 15 months of relevant professional nursing experience (Required) BSN from an accredited school of nursing (Preferred) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Outpatient Full-time
Penn Medicine

Ambulatory Nurse II

Penn Medicine West Chester, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Ambulatory Nurse II: Job Summary: The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Ambulatory Nurse II position description addendum. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. Accountabilities: · Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. · Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. · Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. · Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. · Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. · Informatics/Technology: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. · Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. · Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. · Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures · Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization Qualifications: · Diploma or ASN from an accredited school of nursing (Required) · BSN from and accredited school of nursing (Preferred) · More than 15 months of relevant professional nursing experience (Required) Licensures, Registrations, and Certifications: · RN with State Licensure (Required) · BLS/ACLS/PALS (Per Specialty) (Required) · Certification in Specialty (Preferred) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
LPN Home Health Full-time
Alay Home Care

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Alay Home Care Cherry Hill Township, NJ
ALAY Home Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse! We need Caregivers who are enthusiastic, motivated, dedicated and passionate about caring for others! Pay Rate: $35 per hour LPN Job Responsibilities: Plans and manages patient care according to each patient’s needs. Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Provides routine care for patients. Observes patients’ health. Reviews medical charts. Communicates with patients and their families. Knows how to administer a G tube medication and nutrition Provides wound care. Prepares and administers injections and/or enemas. Assists with patient comfort. Requirements: High School Diploma, Equivalent or Higher Valid CPR/First Aid Certification NJ LPN License Training and Pre-screening: Criminal Background Check - Fingerprints Drug screening College of Direct Support - Online classes for DDD Certifications Preferred Vehicle for Community Transport 1 year Personal Care Experience 1 year Clinical Experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Benefits : HIGHLY Competitive Pay Medical Benefits through Horizon BCBS (70% Employee Premium covered by Alay) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time off / Sick Time Join our team by visiting our website: www.alayhc.com and start filling out the application form. Application form can be downloaded at the bottom of the caregivers tab: www.alayhc.com/caregivers
RN Home Health Full-time
KeystoneCare

Registered Nurse-Full Time Home Health Admissions

KeystoneCare Media, PA
The Full-Time Home Health Admissions Registered Nurse at KeystoneCare plays a vital role in providing nursing services to patients in need of home health care. This position involves assessing the patient's condition and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the physician. The Admissions RN is responsible for monitoring, documenting, and implementing treatment plans designed to enhance patient comfort, educate patients and families, and promote independence in self-care whenever feasible. The role requires strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team, ensuring seamless coordination of services. See what it's like to work for KeystoneCare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyEH9buz_Vc KeystoneCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer Primary Job Responsibilities Evaluates patients for appropriateness for home health services, ensuring regulatory compliance and agency standards are met. Obtains treatment authorization and processes patient admissions to the agency. Conducts comprehensive clinical evaluations to inform care decisions. Collaborates with physicians to communicate patient needs and secure appropriate care orders. Initiates and develops the plan of care based on the evaluated needs of patients. Educates and counsels patients and family members regarding nursing care needs and health management strategies. Performs direct nursing care tasks in accordance with physician orders. Ensures referrals to additional community resources when necessary. Completes Home Health OASIS assessments as appropriate during visit timepoints. Accurately documents all nursing activities within the Electronic Medical Record as per agency policy. Coordinates the dissemination of a written start of care report to all team members involved in patient care. Regularly meets established productivity benchmarks by communicating with supervisors regarding scheduling and assignment adjustments. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current RN license in good standing to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Proven clinical and professional competence CPR certified Valid Driver's License and vehicle insurance in good standing Access to a reliable vehicle Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately Effective communication skills with all members of the health care team Strong organizational skills Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption Annual Influenza vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption Flexible scheduling options Paid Time Off Mileage reimbursement between patients at IRS rate Paid Holidays for Full-time staff Medical, Dental, Vision, and Aflac plans available for Full-time staff $25K Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for full-time staff Retirement plan with discretionary employer match
RN Home Health Full-time
KeystoneCare

Registered Nurse-Full Time Home Health Admissions

KeystoneCare Flourtown, PA
The Full-Time Home Health Admissions Registered Nurse at KeystoneCare plays a vital role in providing nursing services to patients in need of home health care. This position involves assessing the patient's condition and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the physician. The Admissions RN is responsible for monitoring, documenting, and implementing treatment plans designed to enhance patient comfort, educate patients and families, and promote independence in self-care whenever feasible. The role requires strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team, ensuring seamless coordination of services. See what it's like to work for KeystoneCare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyEH9buz_Vc KeystoneCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer Primary Job Responsibilities Evaluates patients for appropriateness for home health services, ensuring regulatory compliance and agency standards are met. Obtains treatment authorization and processes patient admissions to the agency. Conducts comprehensive clinical evaluations to inform care decisions. Collaborates with physicians to communicate patient needs and secure appropriate care orders. Initiates and develops the plan of care based on the evaluated needs of patients. Educates and counsels patients and family members regarding nursing care needs and health management strategies. Performs direct nursing care tasks in accordance with physician orders. Ensures referrals to additional community resources when necessary. Completes Home Health OASIS assessments as appropriate during visit timepoints. Accurately documents all nursing activities within the Electronic Medical Record as per agency policy. Coordinates the dissemination of a written start of care report to all team members involved in patient care. Regularly meets established productivity benchmarks by communicating with supervisors regarding scheduling and assignment adjustments. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current RN license in good standing to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Proven clinical and professional competence CPR certified Valid Driver's License and vehicle insurance in good standing Access to a reliable vehicle Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately Effective communication skills with all members of the health care team Strong organizational skills Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption Annual Influenza vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption Flexible scheduling options Paid Time Off Mileage reimbursement between patients at IRS rate Paid Holidays for Full-time staff Medical, Dental, Vision, and Aflac plans available for Full-time staff $25K Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for full-time staff Retirement plan with discretionary employer match
RN Full-time
Emerus

Inpatient Registered Nurse

Emerus UPPR CHICHSTR, PA
About Us HIGHLIGHTS JOB TYPE : Full-Time Days (7am-7pm) FACILITY TYPE : 20 bed Small-Format Hospital (10 ER, 10 Inpatient) PERKS: Flexible Schedule, 401K match ( fully vested day 1!! ), paid referrals We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott & White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros. Position Overview The purpose of this position is to perform the primary functions of a nurse in assessing, planning, directing, and evaluating patient care. Essential Job Functions Plan, prioritize, and provide proficient, age-specific and developmentally/specialty appropriate nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills and for ensuring the comfort and safety of patients/families Follow physician's orders in the delivery of nursing care Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times Adhere to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in the delivery of patient care Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with established policies and procedures, as well as COLA and CLIA regulations Perform admission, discharge and transfer procedures Assemble equipment and supplies for various diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; perform or assist others with procedures or treatments Handle care in accordance with legal, hospital/facility, departmental policies and procedures, and established standards of nursing care and practice, as defined by the Board of Nursing for that State. Other Job Functions Perform all Quality Assessment activities assigned and document Attend staff meetings or other company sponsored or mandated meetings as required Perform additional duties as assigned Basic Qualifications Associate’s Degree or Nursing Diploma required; BSN, preferred Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse without sanctions, required 2+ years full-time RN experience in Telemetry/ICU, or 2+ years combination experience in related healthcare positions, required Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, required; PALS strongly preferred (ENPC certification from ENA may be substituted for PALS certification) Position requires fluency in English; written and oral communication Pennsylvania RN's: Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance), Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) completed within the last 5 years, or must be obtained prior to start date. #INDCCARE
RN Educator Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse Educator - Penn Presbyterian

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) practices within the UPHS professional practice model and exhibits UPHS core values, which reflect its mission. Based on a specialized knowledge base, the CNE designs, implements and evaluates standards of practice that improve the delivery of high quality, comprehensive care to individuals, families and population. The CNE is a clinical leadership position that includes the traditional components of patient care, consultation, research utilization and education with the aims of upholding practice standards, contributing to the professional development of others and shaping/influencing nursing practice within the organization. The CNE actively supports organizational goals. Specifically, the CNE facilitates the implementation of organizational initiatives that integrates evidence/research, professional/regulatory standards, and demonstrates system savvy. The CNE re-frames clinical practice issues/initiatives to highlight the implications so that various groups (e.g. clinicians-educators-administrators) can respond to, or incorporate concerns into practice changes. A hallmark of CNE practice is the management of complex patient-family situations. As a clinical leader, the CNE serves as a vital liaison to communicate and negotiate multiple perspectives within the organization in a respectful and effective manner to achieve/advocate positive change and delivery of appropriate and ethical care. The CNE's leadership style embodies a sense of moral agency that is depicted by collaboratively addressing and/or resolving problematic or ethical issues in a manner that upholds right and good care. In particular, the CNE conveys a presence that simultaneously responds to the immediate patient and family needs while empowering others to effectively manage the clinical situation. The CNE interacts with staff in a manner that recognizes their developmental needs and promotes their understanding of issues/knowledge and reflective practice. The implementation of any CNE position varies and evolves over time in response to patient population needs, new clinical science/evidence, organizational goals and changes within the health system locally and nationally. As such, the CNE and appropriate clinical leadership collaborate to implement initiatives and mutually establish clinically relevant accountabilities. The CNE demonstrates sophisticated judgment in balancing the competing demands of the position. The CNE demonstrates a knowledge base within a specialty area that may include caring for people ranging in age from infancy to the elderly. The CNE is self-directed and purposeful in maintaining current professional knowledge and competence within specialty area. The domains of evidence-based practice and research, safety, professionalism, person and family centered care, leadership, informatics/technology, teamwork and continuous quality improvement frame the work of the CNE. Within the professional practice model, the CNE facilitates an environment of support that facilitates and preserves the autonomy and accountability of the primary and associate nurse roles. Responsibilities: Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Research Competency: Conducts work of thorough and systematic inquiry. Includes the search for, interpretation, and use of evidence in clinical practice and quality improvement, as well as active participation in the conduct of research. Assumes accountability for health care outcomes. Develops evidence based clinical interventions and systems to achieve defined patient and system outcomes. Evaluates care outcomes with focus on nursing interventions. Assimilates and applies research-based information to design, implement and evaluate patient plans of care. Contributes to interdisciplinary plans of care based on best practice guidelines and evidence-based practice (EBP). Leads system change to improve clinical and system level processes and outcomes. Safety : Minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Ethical Decision-Making, Moral Agency and Advocacy, Systems Analyst/Risk Anticipator Competency: Identify, articulate, and take action on ethical concerns at the patient, family, health care provider, system, political, community, social, economic and public policy levels. Participates in systems review to critically evaluate and anticipate risks to client safety to improve quality of client care delivery. Presents healthcare issues through appropriate channels to facilitate change. Conducts investigations and follow-up to Penn Safety Nets. Participates in root cause analysis (RCA), evaluates outcome data and barriers in creating action plan related to the analysis. Works with quality improvement teams, engages in designing and implementing a process for improving patient safety. Presents and disseminates information to appropriate personnel. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through life-long learning, adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. UPHS Organizational Competency: UPHS has defined skills, knowledge and behaviors as key for giving great service and great value. Recognizes the responsibility to develop staff and integrate the values and behaviors expected to fulfill their role. Actively pursues new knowledge and skills needed in the role. Develops a lifelong learning plan. Speaks in a public forum. Participates in a professional organization. Participates in committee work. Promotes the care of patients and families in light of the ANA Nursing Standards of Care and the Code of Ethics. Differentiates between outcomes that require care process modification at the individual level and at the system level. Person and Family Centered Care: Recognize the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Direct Care Competency: Direct interaction with staff, patients, families, groups of patients and community to promote health or well-being and improve quality of life. Characterized by a holistic perspective in the advanced nursing management of health, illness, and disease states. Creates an environment that facilitates learning and the achievement of desired cognitive, affective and psychomotor outcomes. Effects change through advocacy for the profession, interdisciplinary health care team and patient Identifies clinical and cost outcomes that improve patient safety, effectiveness, timeliness, efficiency, quality and patient centered care. Assists staff in the development of innovative, cost-effective programs or protocols of care. Identifies health care related issues, communicates effectively to achieve quality outcomes. Participates in the development of change in policy within the health care organization. Leadership: Effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Systems Leadership Competency: The ability to manage change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across systems. Communicates effectively, utilizing techniques of conflict resolution and active listening. Facilitates the provision of clinically competent care through staff education, role modeling, teambuilding and healthy work environment. Discovers, disseminates and applies evidence for practice and for changing practice. Coaching Competency: Skillful guidance and teaching to advance the care of patients, families, groups of patients, and the profession of nursing. Analyzes interdisciplinary patterns of communication and chain of command both internal and external to the unit. Uses appropriate teaching/learning principles and strategies with current information, materials, technologies to facilitate learning. Conducts health care education based on risk profile, patient self-management. Develops, implements and evaluates supplemental education for unit specific needs. Informatics/Technology: Utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. IT competency: The ability to manage technology in complex health care settings. Uses information systems and technology at the point of care to improve health care outcomes. Prepares and analyzes reports from EMR and quality data to improve patient outcomes. Evaluates the impact of new technologies and innovations on nursing staff, patients, families and the health system. Provides information to team on new technologies. Teamwork: Effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Collaboration Competency: Working jointly with others to optimize clinical outcomes. Collaborates at an advanced level by committing to authentic engagement and constructive patient, family, system, and population-focused problem-solving. Engages in scholarship. Properly delegates and utilizes nursing team resources. Serves as a leader and partner in the interdisciplinary health care team that promotes safety, culturally competent care and clinical excellence. Conducts a multidisciplinary team meeting. Incorporates patient and family in the care team. Identifies patient centered clinical and cost-effective outcomes that improve safety, timeliness, efficiency and quality. Builds partnerships within the health system. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): Utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective and equitable. Consultation Competency: Patient, staff, or system-focused interaction between professionals in which the consultant is recognized as having specialized expertise and assists consulted with problem solving. Develops and maintains competence in the role of the CPS. Provides consultation to staff, providers and interdisciplinary team. Synthesizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and achieve optimal patient care and care environment outcomes. Coordinates care based on desired outcomes consistent with evidence-based guidelines and quality care standards. Analyzes unit-based resources and set priorities for maximizing outcomes. Credentials: Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Basic Cardiac Life Support from the American Heart Association (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: Nursing Equivalent Experience: Master of Arts or Science Education Specialization: Nursing Equivalent Experience: We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse 2- Resource Nurse Monitor Room

Penn Medicine West Chester, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? SAM RN-Surveillance Admissions Monitor RN supporting the MSTs reading rhythms, respond to rapid response, code blues, managing patient put through, round on units, prevent critical situations, and be a resource on the floor to staff. Job Summary The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. Education Training and Experience Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. Experience preferred, however training and specialty specific education programs are provided during orientation, and must be successfully completed as scheduled. Basic computer skills: keyboard, mouse use. Ability to complete data entry on clinical documentation screens. Ability to use email and internet. Ability to successfully complete on the job training for CCH computer programs. Ability to practice critical thinking and organizational skills . Ability to speak, read, write and understand English. Licensure/Certification Current Pennsylvania RN License. CPR certification required. ACLS certification required, or must complete within 12 months of hire. Certification in clinical specialty is preferred. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Per Diem
Penn Medicine

PRN Discharge Planning RN Case Manager - Penn Presbyterian

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: Monitors appropriate use of internal resources, communication with interdisciplinary care team and Physician Advisor, with timely coordination of home care, DME, placements, hospice, community resources, transportation, and quality data collection and risk management referral. Responsibilities: Utilization management activities: monitor appropriate use of internal resources, communication with interdisciplinary care team and Physician Advisor Discharge planning activities: timely coordination of home care, DME, placements, hospice, community resources, transportation Quality data collection and risk management referral Works with patient and family to assure provision of choice in post hospital setting Educates patient / customers regarding scope and limitations of health care / insurance benefits Respects each patient’s / customer’s personal dignity, right to privacy and confidentiality Communicates expected discharge time frame Keeps current with new providers, new technologies and treatment modalities, and new resources using internet and other sources Recognizes and provides care based on the unique chronological issues and needs of the older adult. Interacts with the patient and family in a developmentally appropriate manner. Discharge Planning: Completes timely and detailed assessment of patient and family social, emotional and/or discharge needs and health care benefits Develops and facilitates specific plan to address problems and/or concerns identified by patients, families and health care team Identifies and consistently documents delays; elevates issues appropriately Effectively communicates discharge plan with patients, families and health care team Documents ongoing assessments and plan of care in patient record (Canopy) Successfully assists patient in moving to the next level of care with transfers to home, agencies, and facilities and with referral to appropriate community resources Participates and drives accountability in daily interdisciplinary meetings Utilization Management: Adheres to guidelines to satisfy 3rd party payer requirements Educates team in appropriate documentation to reflect Intensity of service (IS) / Severity of Illness (SI) and plan of care Proactively addresses level of care issues to ensure appropriate care settings and timely patient flow; elevates issues appropriately Enters all review activity in Canopy concurrently Accounts for all patient days accurately in Canopy Enters review indicating “pending” status of case if outcome not determined and accounts for all cases assigned on a daily basis Collects and submits data as indicated Completes readmission screen as indicated Quality Improvement and Risk Management: Collects and submits data as indicated Communicates with service line / clinical effectiveness team members Identifies and appropriately communicates risk management issues Works with department leadership to develop and implement solutions to issues identified by the Case Management and Social Work Department New Technology / Computer Systems: Keeps current with new systems (MedView, On Base, SafetyNet, Sunrise, etc.) Incorporates technology into daily assignment (Outlook, Canopy, CERME, ECIN, shared drive, Internet) Credentials: Registered Nurse Licensure - PA (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Bachelor's degree in nursing (Required) 2+ years Clinical Experience (Preferred) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
RN Psych Full-time
Penn Medicine

Clinical Nurse 2 – Pennsylvania Hospital - Behavioral Health Services & Long-Acting Injectable (LAI)

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Department: Behavioral Health Outpatient Services & In-House Clinic Integration Location: Hall Mercer Community Mental Health Center, Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA About Hall Mercer At Hall Mercer, we provide integrated community mental health services, combining psychiatric care, nursing, therapists, and clinic-based supports to empower individuals living with serious mental illness. We are committed to person- and family-centered care, continuous quality improvement, and maintaining a culture of safety, collaboration, and professional development. Position Summary The Clinical Nurse II will serve as a key member of our multidisciplinary outpatient psychiatric team, specializing in the administration of long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotic therapies. In addition to LAI management, this role will actively participate in multiple on‐site in-house clinics (e.g., medication management, health monitoring, wellness clinics) across the center. The nurse will practice as a full partner on the healthcare team and demonstrate safe, evidence-based nursing practice consistent with organizational professional practice models. The Clinical Nurse II independently provides patient care via the nursing process, accepts accountability for assigned patients, and collaborates with providers, therapists, pharmacists, and support staff to optimize outcomes for our Behavioral Health population. Key Responsibilities Administer and monitor long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotic medications: prepare, educate patients, screen for contraindications, observe for adverse effects, document and report outcomes. Coordinate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and case managers to support LAI protocols (e.g., scheduling follow-up doses, tracking adherence, liaising with pharmacies). Serve as a liaison for multiple in-house clinics: support medication follow-up visits, physical health monitoring (vital signs, labs, metabolic screening), wellness and smoking cessation clinics, and behavioral health/physical health integration efforts. Provide comprehensive nursing assessments (physical, psychosocial, educational needs) for psychiatric outpatients, incorporating age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and educational components. Apply evidence-based practice, quality improvement methods, and data monitoring to optimize nursing processes, safety, and patient outcomes Engage in person- and family-centered care: respect patient preferences, partner with patients and families in care planning, provide education and support for self-management. Serve as a resource and mentor for colleagues, contribute to staff education and unit initiatives, and effectively participate in team-based collaboration and shared governance. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and agency policies (e.g., state RN licensure, BLS certification, medication handling standards). Utilize electronic health records, informatics tools, and technologies to document care, communicate across teams, support clinical decision-making, and mitigate errors (Technology/ Informatics domain). Participate in nursing professional development, scholarship, research, or performance improvement projects as applicable. Serve as a Pharmacy Liaison various pharmacies, most commonly, Pennsylvania Hospital Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Pennsylvania (required). Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Minimum of 15 months of relevant professional nursing experience (in psychiatry or outpatient mental health preferred). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as per American Heart Association (required). Demonstrated experience in outpatient psychiatric nursing, LAI administration, and patient education/monitoring preferred. Strong clinical judgment, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment. Commitment to person- and family-centered care, quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and professional growth. Why Hall Mercer? Opportunity to work in a dynamic community mental health setting that emphasizes integration of psychiatric, nursing, and wellness services. Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment Professional development support, including ongoing training in psychiatric care, LAI management, clinic operations. Commitment to work/life balance, staff wellbeing, and innovation in community mental health. Summary: The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities: Professional Practice Competency Domains DefinitionsContinuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable. Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness. Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine. Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach. Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance. Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum. Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association. Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Pennsylvania RN licensure Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: BSN from an accredited school of nursing Equivalent Experience: •And More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
LPN Travel Full-time
Promed Staffing Resources

Travel LPN (Free housing)

Promed Staffing Resources Philadelphia, PA
Great opportunity! Join ProMed Staffing as a Full-Time Travel LPN on a 13-Week Assignment. Discover a fulfilling career with these competitive benefits: Tax-free stipends Relocation reimbursement Bonuses for referred partners/friends Free online training Assistance with transferring your nursing license Housing provided All positions are at nursing home facilities, with multiple locations available for you to choose from. Find the location that's best for you! You must have an active LPN license and reliable transportation. Prior experience as a travel LPN is preferred, but not required. Earn top pay!!
RN Med-Surg Telemetry Part-time
Virtua Health

Weekend Program Registered Nurse, Med Surg/Tele Transplant Unit, Part-time Days, Lourdes Camden

Virtua Health Camden, NJ
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Part time Work Shift: Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 24 Additional Locations: Job Information: 1 year of Med Surg experience required Must have Tele experience *Weekend RNs will receive a premium pay for all weekend hours worked & will accrue PTO *Weekend Hours include 7am Saturday to 7am Monday Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of nursing care. The professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the appropriate delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team. Position Responsibilities Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care. Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes. Participates in clinical decision-making. Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc. Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team. Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team. Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities. Maintains professional and departmental level competencies. Position Qualifications Required : Required Experience: 0-1 years’ experience required, 2-4 preferred Required Education: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred Training/Certification/Licensure: NJ RN License; Refer to the Educational/Regulatory Requirement (Department Specific) policy in the Nursing Administrative Manual Hourly Rate: $43.73 - $60.75 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here .
RN Full-time
Fresenius Medical Care

Charge Registered Nurse- RN

Fresenius Medical Care Philadelphia, PA
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General and Staff Related: Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate. Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients. Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. Participate in patient care plan meetings. Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services. Train and orient staff as necessary. Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. Supervise all documentation of patient information. Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. Patient Care: Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. Supervise and participate in completion of short- and long-term care plans. Admit new patients according to facility procedure. Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. Technical: Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility Training. Other: Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff as requested. Promote efficient use of medical supplies. Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. Other duties as assigned. Relationships: Internal Contacts: Direct Patient Care Staff, Facility support staff, management teams (Clinical Manager, Area Manager, RVP) External Contacts: Physicians, Back-up Hospitals Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. SUPERVISION: Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. EDUCATION : Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) Current appropriate state licensure. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience and an additional 3 months of clinical experience in dialysis RN charge nurses assuming responsibility for nursing and patient servicesin the absence of the Clinical Managermust have one-yearclinical experience and six months dialysis experience. Supervisory or management experience preferred. Successfully completea training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis. Good communication skills - verbal and written. Must meet appropriate state requirements (if any). EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans
RN Med-Surg Telemetry Part-time
Virtua Health

Weekend Program Registered Nurse, Med Surg/Tele Transplant Unit, Part-time Nights, VOLOL Camden

Virtua Health Camden, NJ
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Part time Work Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 24 Additional Locations: Job Information: ​1 year of Med Surg experience required Must have Tele experience *Weekend RNs will receive a premium pay for all weekend hours worked & will accrue PTO *Weekend Hours include 7am Saturday to 7am Monday Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of nursing care. The professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the appropriate delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team. Position Responsibilities Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care. Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes. Participates in clinical decision-making. Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc. Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team. Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team. Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities. Maintains professional and departmental level competencies. Position Qualifications Required : Required Experience: 0-1 years’ experience required, 2-4 preferred Required Education: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred Training/Certification/Licensure: NJ RN License; Refer to the Educational/Regulatory Requirement (Department Specific) policy in the Nursing Administrative Manual Hourly Rate: $45.04 - $62.57 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here .
RN Outpatient Full-time
Penn Medicine

RN Outpatient Services - University City- 3737 Market St

Penn Medicine Philadelphia, PA
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: The Registered Nurse Outpatient supports the practice manager and physicians in fulfilling the mission of PPMC and UPHS. The Registered Nurse Outpatient assists the practice manager and physicians in maintaining a patient/customer focus, supports the delivery of the highest quality care, shares a passion for patient and customer centered care, and assists in meeting or exceeding patient satisfaction and financial and operational targets. Responsibilities: Patient/Customer Accountabilities: Creates a positive work environment to enhance effective care delivery. Promotes a calm, safe, professional atmosphere for patients. Takes personal responsibility for positive patient experience and improved practice performance. Establishes positive relationships with patients by demonstrating knowledge of patient history with practice, treating them with compassion and responding to their individual needs. Focuses practice on patient needs by communicating patient information to practice employees as appropriate (e.g., financial and time constraints, past experiences). Informs and educates patient families of condition, care and follow-up as appropriate. Advises patients about office policies and procedures returns patient phone calls to give medical information after consulting with the physician. Identifies opportunities for performance improvement. Patient/Employee Safety Accountibilities: Participates in Entity and Department wide initiatives for Patient /Employee safety. Demonstrates an awareness of patient/ employee safety when carrying out daily responsibilities of their position. Validation of annual competencies required for the position. Works within the scope of practice as designated by the individual’s state board of nursing. Demonstrates competence in the assessment, treatment and care within age specific guidelines. Obtains patient’s vital signs as needed, including height, weight, temperature, and pulse reports abnormal values to provider documents properly. Performs EKG’s, screening tests such as spirometry, after properly preparing the patient and accurately documents the results. Prepares paper work to complete patient visit, including encounter forms, lab slips, x-ray requests, insurance forms, referrals, precertification, school/work forms, etc. Keeps providers and patients informed of delays in patient schedule. Ensures that the patient care areas are kept neat, orderly, well stocked and properly prepared. Assures prescription pads are not accessible by patients. Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes instruments and equipment according to protocols and checks that instruments and equipment are in proper working order. Maintains medication storage closets checks expiration dates removes outdated items, Secures clinical and medical supplies/equipment in appropriate area. Manages Epic Inbox for patients of assigned providers on a daily basis. Responds to all patient needs in a timely fashion and efficient manner. Utilizes office guidelines for telephone triage. Speaks with provider if call is outside their scope of expertise. Assists with minor surgical procedures when requested. Assists provider in exam rooms when requested. Assists in orienting new team members and serves as resource to LPN’s and Medical Assistants. Utilizes available resources to meet deadlines and enhance performance. Adheres to universal body fluids precautions and infection control policies. Disposes of infectious waste properly. Complies with yearly education requirements including HIPAA, OSHA, Safety, and CLIA. Often assumes short-term responsibility for tasks that lie outside of his/her role. Credentials: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Required) Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required) Education Specialization: Nursing Equivalent Experience: We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.