Emergency Department Registered Nurse Nights

Jefferson Health Plans•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The professional nurse provides patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process, valuing each individual and addressing the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of Jefferson Health patients. The nurse develops individualized plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, respecting cultural beliefs and values. The role integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient and family preferences to deliver optimal care. The nurse assesses and treats patients, provides education, administers medications, documents health information, plans for discharge, and works effectively with interprofessional teams. The nurse contributes to patient safety and quality improvement, supports an inclusive environment, pursues professional development, and serves as a primary preceptor for appropriate staff members. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week night-shift position at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role requires an active registered nurse license in the state of practice and Pennsylvania RN licensure, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CEN, CCRN, proof of ECCO, or agreement to complete the adult Critical Care Course with a two-year work commitment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a specialized diploma.
Active RN license in the state of practice; Pennsylvania RN licensure is specified.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
ACLS and PALS.
CEN, CCRN, proof of ECCO (Essentials of Critical Care), or agreement to complete the adult Critical Care Course with a two-year work commitment.
At least 1 year of RN experience.
Knowledge of patient- and family-centered care, cultural awareness, effective communication, patient assessment and care, patient and care-partner education, medication administration, discharge planning, assessment and diagnosis, and health information documentation.
Ability to respectfully collaborate with patients and care partners, communicate and delegate appropriately, assess ailments and injuries, educate patients, and document relevant health information.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds and perform the physical activities described for patient-care work.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN), or completion of a BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire, strongly preferred.
One year of previous RN experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate respectfully with co-workers, patients, families or designated care partners, and other staff in keeping with Jefferson’s values.
Integrate evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient and family preferences and cultural values into care.
Identify patient and care-partner learning needs and provide understandable, useful education.
Follow nursing practices and protocols to minimize the risk of harm to patients and others.
Use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors, and support ethical decision-making.
Monitor care outcomes and use improvement methods to test changes that improve quality and safety.
Work effectively on nursing and interprofessional teams, fostering communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Provide safe, compassionate, coordinated care that respects patients’ preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural values.
Promote belonging and inclusion and demonstrate problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Pursue continued professional development and serve as a primary preceptor for appropriate staff members.
Participate in hospital- and practice-based committees, including safety and quality improvement.
Give and receive feedback and incorporate appropriate changes into practice.
Assess patients and implement treatment plans, administer medications, document health information, and collaborate on discharge planning and follow-up care.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time.