RN - Registered Nurse - Acute Pain - Part-Time

Geisinger•Danville, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. The Acute Pain RN is a clinical position working directly with the Anesthesia team and OR team. This position will be dedicated to OSW and provide cross coverage at GMC when volume dictates. The Acute Pain RN provides comprehensive patient-centered pain management to optimize recovery, including multimodal pain management and opioid-sparing techniques. In addition, the Acute Pain RN provides oversight during minor sedation events, continually monitoring the pain management plan for the patient, in collaboration with the Anesthesiologist. This role is 24 hours weekly; 8-hours shifts; 630a - 12p; hours can vary based on case volume. Location will be primarily at OSW within the Pre / Post and OR. Sedation Certification required within 18 months of hire. The RN provides primary nursing support to the physician and patient to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient's condition. Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition and adheres with the treatment plan. The Registered Clinic Nurse, functions in the spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of care utilizing skills learned in the clinic. Assists other team members on the unit. Acts as clinic lead providing oversight of clinic flow and non-provider staff. Triages patient sick calls to facilitate appropriate treatment plan with providers. Obtains and documents patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provides basic medical data base for provider, and prepares patient for examinations. Oversees chart checks insuring that all patient completed testing is available for provider visit. Assists providers in procedures as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis and treatment. Monitor staffing levels to assure appropriate staffing based on clinic needs. Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency. Executes and documents ongoing patient communication. Provides instruction to ensure patient's understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment instructions. Inserts, monitors, regulates and discontinues IVs as required by provider. Administers medications, IV push medications, and topical medications. Routinely inspects and observes condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identify need for preventive and corrective maintenance. May clean, sterilize and prepare instruments, according to established protocols, to ensure required level of asepsis and adequate availability. Cleans and sets up Procedure rooms between cases, ensures required level of asepsis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient. Educate staff and patients on all aspects of medication and treatments as appropriate. Assists in all aspects of day to day clinic activity.

Requirements

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania)
Basic Life Support Certification
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)
Sedation Certification required within 18 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive patient-centered pain management to optimize recovery, including multimodal pain management and opioid-sparing techniques.
Provide oversight during minor sedation events, continually monitoring the pain management plan for the patient, in collaboration with the Anesthesiologist.
Provide primary nursing support to the physician and patient to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient's condition.
Provide patient education, promote an understanding of the condition and adhere with the treatment plan.
Act as clinic lead providing oversight of clinic flow and non-provider staff.
Triage patient sick calls to facilitate appropriate treatment plan with providers.
Obtain and document patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provide basic medical data base for provider, and prepare patient for examinations.
Oversee chart checks ensuring that all patient completed testing is available for provider visit.
Assist providers in procedures as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Monitor staffing levels to assure appropriate staffing based on clinic needs.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency.
Execute and document ongoing patient communication.
Provide instruction to ensure patient's understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment instructions.
Insert, monitor, regulate and discontinue IVs as required by provider.
Administer medications, IV push medications, and topical medications.
Routinely inspect and observe condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identify need for preventive and corrective maintenance.
Clean, sterilize and prepare instruments, according to established protocols, to ensure required level of asepsis and adequate availability.
Clean and set up Procedure rooms between cases, ensure required level of asepsis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient.
Educate staff and patients on all aspects of medication and treatments as appropriate.
Assist in all aspects of day to day clinic activity.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options
Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous PTO that accrues quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
Voluntary benefits : accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.