RN Program Coordinator - Street Medicine - Pittsburgh - FT
About The Position
As an RN Program Coordinator for Street Medicine, you will provide essential care and support to unhoused individuals living on the streets of Pittsburgh. This vital role involves direct patient engagement, addressing a wide range of healthcare needs, and making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable populations. Prior experience with alcohol and substance use disorders or street medicine is a valuable asset. This position works as part of a multidisciplinary team, including: Street nurse (this role), Street psychiatrist, Social workers / care coordinators, and DHS system partners. The team uses a harm reduction approach, which means meeting people where they are, focusing on improving health and safety, and prioritizing trust and relationship building. Work occurs in non-traditional settings (streets, encampments, shelters), and engagement requires persistence and flexibility.
Requirements
- Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
- 1-3 year(s) of experience in field of specialty.
- CPR – American Heart Association
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with alcohol and substance use disorders or street medicine is a valuable asset
- BSN
Responsibilities
- Assesses, develops, and administers plan of care, completes appropriate documentation and ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies.
- Communicates with attending physician regarding plan of care and involves physician in clinical decision making of any issues that are outside the RN's knowledge base or scope of practice.
- Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on individual needs.
- Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient, family, community health services and interdisciplinary team.
- Coordinates administrative functions for the Program, which may include staffing coverage and/or participating in marketing activities.
- Participates in the development and implementation of departmental and hospital performance improvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
- Provide essential care and support to unhoused individuals.
- Direct patient engagement, addressing a wide range of healthcare needs.
- Visiting encampments, shelters, streets, and community locations.
- Building trust with individuals who may not engage with health care.
- Basic medical assessments.
- Chronic disease management.
- Medication support.
- Health education.
- Monitoring mental health and substance use needs.
- Communicating with hospitals, crisis teams, and behavioral health providers.
- Supporting transitions after ER visits or hospitalizations.
- Helping participants navigate services.
- Working closely with DHS, psychiatry, and social service providers.
- Participating in care review meetings.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
