Registered Nurse - Med Surg/Tele (2W) - Full Time, Day - Jefferson Bucks

Jefferson Health Plans•Bucks County Campus, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The professional nurse provides patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process and recognizing each patient’s individual physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs. The nurse develops individualized plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, consistent with their cultural beliefs and values. The role integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient and family preferences to provide optimal care. It includes assessment, treatment, education, medication administration, discharge planning, documentation, and collaboration with interprofessional teams. The nurse contributes to patient safety and quality improvement, supports an inclusive environment, and pursues continued professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; specialized diploma required.
Active RN license in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and ability to collaborate with patients and care partners in care planning.
Cultural awareness and ability to convey respect and connect effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Effective communication skills, including respectful delegation and partnership-oriented communication with patients and families.
Ability to assess patients and implement treatment plans.
Knowledge of patient and adult education techniques and ability to educate patients and care partners about conditions, treatment, 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, and clinical judgment.
Knowledge of health information and appropriate written or electronic documentation methods.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds, including assisting with patient movement and transfers.
Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient care providers may need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform 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 prior RN experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with co-workers, patients, families or designated care partners, and staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
Integrate evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patients’ and families’ preferences and cultural beliefs into care.
Partner with patients and care partners to identify learning priorities and provide clear, useful education.
Follow established 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.
Collaborate effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams to deliver safe, compassionate, coordinated care.
Create an environment of belonging and inclusion and use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Pursue professional growth and serve as a primary preceptor to appropriate staff members.
Participate in hospital- and practice-based committees, including safety and quality improvement committees.
Give and receive feedback and incorporate appropriate changes into practice.

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, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time