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RN - Medical Progressive Care (Weekends), Jefferson
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Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
5 South - Medical Progressive Care
Jefferson's Medical Progressive Care Unit consists of 28 beds with capabilities for high level cardiac monitoring. Integrated patient care is provided for patients with Respiratory Failure, Heart Failure, and patients that may require bi-pap, chest tubes, and titratable intravenous drips.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides transformational leadership in a professional practice setting by striving to create and participate in the future of healthcare.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues and cultivates a work environment that promotes positive employees attitudes, effective communications, trust, and collaboration.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected and creativity, flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability are key.
+ Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Places the patient at the center of everything they do by continuously evaluating and assessing patient and family satisfaction and performing as an advocate for patients and customers.
+ Participates in department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
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Req ID: J263378
RN - Medical Progressive Care, Jefferson
Posted today
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Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
5 South, Medical Progressive Care
Jefferson's Medical Progressive Care Unit consists of 28 beds with capabilities for high level cardiac monitoring. Integrated patient care is provided for patients with Respiratory Failure, Heart Failure, and patients that may require bi-pap, chest tubes, and titratable intravenous drips.
Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital has Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence, private patient rooms, and a generous benefit package (for full-time and part-time status employees).
Allegheny Health Network
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
+ Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
+ Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _ )
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LPN WEEKEND - ADULT INPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
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Job Summary/Overall Objectives
The Licensed Practical Nurse functions as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment. The LPN provides direct and indirect patient care for an assigned group of patients under the direction and supervision of the RN and according to the plan of care derived from physician's orders and Registered Nurse assessment. Nursing Care includes physical care, emotional support, and patient and family education.
Essential Job Functions
* Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the Pennsylvania Practical Nurse Law, hospital policies, procedures, protocols and other professional standards of care.
* Assists the RN in collecting patient health care data on admission by completing a focused assessment in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural and spiritual needs of the patient and which contributes to the comprehensive assessment by the RN.
* Works directly with the RN to implement an individualized, age-specific plan of care and evaluate its effectiveness.
* Assists the RN in reassessment of the patient's condition and takes appropriate action as indicated or by unit specific policy.
* Involves the patient/family and other health care providers when appropriate.
* Completes patient care related activities within scheduled time periods.
* Complies with completeness, accuracy and timeliness of documentation, utilizing the electronic medical record.
* Observes, records and reports to the appropriate professional the symptoms, reaction and changes including:
* General physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes; and stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.
* Performs nursing functions as defined in Pennsylvania regulations, (where applicable by location and department need) such as:
* Administration of medications, immunizations, and therapeutic treatments prescribed by the physician;
* Preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments administered by the physician or the professional nurse.
* Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan, being aware of and encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of patients.
* Encouraging patients to help themselves within their own capabilities in performing activities of daily living.
* Knowledge and application of the principles of prevention of deformities, the normal range of motion, body mechanics, and body alignment.
* Assists in providing education for the provision and coordination of patient care activities that promote and maintain health, foster self-care and improve outcomes.
* Assists the RN in assessing the patient's readiness to learn, identifying educational barriers and adapting the process to meet the needs of the patient.
* Ensures education about safely and effectively using medication, pain and managing pain, available resources, how to obtain further care, and information about responsibilities in their care.
* Acquires and distributes educational resources tailored to patient needs.
* Provides and reviews, upon request of the RN, written discharge instructions that demonstrate an inter-relationship between education, discharge planning and continuity of care.
* Maintains a collaborative relationship with physicians and other health care providers to achieve desired patient outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.
* Communicates pertinent information for interdisciplinary patient care conferences, shift reports and internal and external transfers.
* Reports changes in patient's condition to the RN, including the need to reassess patient or change the plan of care; confers with the RN when there is a need to contact the physician.
* Participates in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer service.
* Assists in data collection process as requested.
* Recommends modifications for performance improvement.
* Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
* Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
* Delegates patient care appropriately.
* Maintains accountability for actions taken.
* Effectively functions as a resource person.
* Acts as a patient advocate.
* Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
* Assists in maintaining/decreasing organizational/department costs.
* Assists in the department's compliance with State, TJC, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
* Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.
* Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.
* Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.
* Adheres to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
* Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.
* Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
* Involves the patient and/or family in patient safety standards and processes.
* Minimizes the use of patient restraints and, if patient's condition warrants, monitors per individual assessed need and documents per policy.
* Assumes appropriate code team role during code situations, including internal and external disasters.
* Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Required Qualifications/Experience
* Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing
* Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience in behavioral health
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
* Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
* Previous LPN experience
* Experience in Healthcare setting.
License, Certification & Clearances
* Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment:
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (Company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
Chemo Units
Chemo Units
X all other
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
10#
50#
Carry
x
25#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
20#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
10#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
RN - Medical Progressive Care, Jefferson
Posted 7 days ago
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Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
5 South, Medical Progressive Care
Jefferson's Medical Progressive Care Unit consists of 28 beds with capabilities for high level cardiac monitoring. Integrated patient care is provided for patients with Respiratory Failure, Heart Failure, and patients that may require bi-pap, chest tubes, and titratable intravenous drips.
Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hospital has Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence, private patient rooms, and a generous benefit package (for full-time and part-time status employees).
Allegheny Health Network
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
+ Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
+ Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J251336
RN CASUAL - ADULT INPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Posted 7 days ago
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The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the area of all assigned psychiatric patients. The RN coordinates, directs and participates as an effective interdisciplinary team member.
Essential Job Functions
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
* Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
* Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* Ensures that assessment of the patient and the direct and indirect patient care delivered is in accordance with the PA Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, procedures and protocols and other professional standards of care.
* Process psychiatric emergencies as assigned, through assessment of patients' condition and collaboration with psychiatrist to effect a crisis resolution, process commitments and refer patients to appropriate treatment facilities.
* Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.
* Facilitates and coordinates the delivery of care in crisis situations.
* Demonstrates ability to assess change in patient behavior and acts accordingly.
* Updates crisis intervention skills on a yearly basis.
* Assures that patient belongings have been searched for potentially harmful items.
* Demonstrates a working knowledge of psychotropic medications.
* Maintains department protocols for identified psychiatric medications.
* Administers, monitors and documents efficacy, side effects and patient compliance.
* Provides patient/family education for prescribed medications.
* Conducts group therapy including medication groups, support groups and educational groups for patients, as well as serves as an information/referral source for families in these areas.
* Acts as a facilitator of group sessions.
* Provides patients with individualized educational materials.
* Other related duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Required Qualifications/Experience
* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
* Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* One(1) - two (2) years of psychiatric nursing experience.
License, Certification & Clearances
* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal.
* Act 34 with renewal.
* Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.
Supervisory Responsibilities
* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment: Effective 3/2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC Guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
Extreme Cold
x
Heights
x
Confined Spaces
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle (Company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
x
x
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
Chemo Units
Chemo Units
X all other
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
10#
50#
Carry
x
25#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
x
10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
20#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
10#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.