Registered Nurse - Rapid Response - Full Time, Rotating - Jefferson Torresdale

Jefferson Health Plans•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The professional nurse provides patient- and family-centered care, using the nursing process to address the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of a diverse patient population. The nurse develops individualized plans of care in partnership with patients and their designated care partners, taking their priorities, cultural beliefs, and values into account. The nurse provides care in the Rapid Response role at Jefferson Torresdale, collaborating with patients, families, coworkers, and interprofessional teams. The position involves patient assessment and treatment, education, medication administration, discharge planning, health information documentation, and participation in quality and safety improvement. The nurse also supports a respectful, inclusive environment and serves as a primary preceptor for appropriate staff members.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; specialized diploma required.
At least 2 years of ICU experience.
Active RN license in the state of practice; Pennsylvania RN license required for this position.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and how to collaborate respectfully in care and care planning.
Cultural awareness and ability to connect effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Effective communication skills, including respectful delegation and engaging patients and families in their health care.
Knowledge and ability to assess ailments and injuries and implement treatment plans.
Knowledge of patient and care-partner education techniques.
Knowledge of medications and their administration.
Knowledge of discharge planning and arranging follow-up care.
Knowledge of patient assessment tools, nursing diagnosis, and clinical judgment.
Knowledge of health information and appropriate written or electronic documentation methods.

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 prior RN experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.
ICU certification preferred.
US IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, patient- and family-centered nursing care that respects patients’ preferences, priorities, cultural beliefs, and values.
Develop nursing plans of care in partnership with patients and their designated care partners.
Integrate evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient and family preferences into care delivery.
Identify patient and care-partner learning needs and provide understandable, affirming education about conditions, treatments, medications, and recovery.
Follow nursing practices and protocols to minimize risks of harm.
Use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors, and support ethical decision-making.
Monitor care outcomes and use improvement methods to improve the quality and safety of patient care.
Collaborate effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Promote belonging and inclusion, and use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Pursue professional learning and development and act as a primary preceptor for appropriate staff members.
Participate in hospital- and practice-setting committees, including safety and quality-improvement committees.
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 and follow-up care.

Benefits

Medical and prescription insurance
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 and prescription insurance access for all colleagues, including those working less than part-time