RN - Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Easton, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, identification of outcomes, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients, communicates effectively and appropriately, helps maintain a safe work environment, and maintains clinical and professional competency appropriate to the patient population. This position is in the Emergency Department at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks and is per diem, onsite, with a night shift schedule of 1900–0730 variable.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Knowledge and competence reflecting current nursing practice.
Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to the specialty.
Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
Basic computer skills.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
Registered Nurse license for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
One year of acute care experience and/or experience congruent with the role in the service line.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for designated patients.
Collaborate and communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and proactively address patient needs.
Synthesize available data and knowledge to make decisions that optimize patient outcomes in keeping with ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
Demonstrate commitment to quality and safety, use evidence-based practice, and participate in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.
Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
Coordinate and provide patient and family education throughout treatment to facilitate effective transitions of care.
Support unit and hospital goals as a department team member and participate in performance improvement, including patient experience goals.
Perform validated technical skills appropriate to the clinical specialty and unit.
Use technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
Demonstrate leadership and team-building skills, including teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns, precepting as assigned, delegating appropriately, and providing requested input for performance appraisals.