FT Nights Neonatal ICU RN Abington

Jefferson Health Plans•Abington Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The professional nurse provides patient- and family-centered care at Jefferson Health, using the nursing process to address each patient’s physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs. The nurse develops individualized plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, respecting their cultural beliefs and values. The role involves evidence-based clinical care, patient and family education, risk reduction, use of health information technology, and monitoring care outcomes to improve quality and safety. The nurse works within interprofessional teams, supports inclusive and respectful care, serves as a primary preceptor to appropriate staff, and participates in hospital and practice-setting committees. The position is based at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania.

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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and collaborative care planning.
Cultural awareness and ability to connect respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
Effective communication skills, including respectful delegation and partnership with patients and families.
Knowledge and ability to assess patients and implement treatment plans.
Ability to educate patients and designated care partners about conditions, treatments, medications, and recovery.
Knowledge of medication administration and prescriptions for continuing treatment outside the hospital.
Knowledge of discharge needs and ability to collaborate on discharge plans and follow-up care.
Knowledge of patient assessment tools, nursing diagnosis or clinical judgment, and analysis of symptoms.
Knowledge of health information and appropriate written or electronic documentation methods.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds, with frequent to continuous standing and walking; role-specific activities may include kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, patient- and family-centered nursing care and develop plans of care with patients and designated care partners.
Integrate evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, patient and family preferences, and cultural beliefs into care delivery.
Identify patient and family learning needs and provide understandable, useful education.
Follow nursing practices and protocols to minimize risk of harm.
Use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision-making.
Monitor care outcomes and use improvement methods to improve the quality and safety of patient care.
Work effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams, fostering communication, respect, and shared decision-making.
Promote safe, compassionate, coordinated care that respects patient preferences and needs.
Support belonging and inclusion and use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Pursue professional learning and development and serve as a primary preceptor to appropriate staff members.
Participate in hospital and practice-setting committees, including safety and quality improvement.
Give and receive feedback and incorporate appropriate changes into practice.
Assess patients, implement treatment plans, administer medications, document health information, and contribute to discharge planning.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
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 access for all colleagues, including per-diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps