Acute Care RN — Patient-Centered Leader

Lansdale Hospital; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Tuition discounts

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a professional nurse to deliver patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process. The RN will develop care plans, address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, and collaborate with patients and care partners to meet priorities consistent with cultural beliefs.

Minimum qualifications include a specialized nursing diploma and PA RN licensure; BSN is preferred and acute care experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma or accredited nursing program completed.
• Patient- and Family-Centered Practice knowledge.
• Cultural awareness and ability to connect with diverse backgrounds.
• Effective communication of information to patients and families.
• Patient assessment and care planning knowledge.
• Discharge planning knowledge and partner with families.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff in a manner consistent with Jefferson values.
• Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patient preferences, and cultural beliefs into care delivery.
• Partners with patients and families in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education.
• Minimizes risk by following nursing practices, protocols, and performance standards.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decisions.
• Uses data to monitor care outcomes and apply improvements for quality and safety.
• Works within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication and shared decision-making.
• Recognizes patients and families in providing safe, compassionate, coordinated care based on preferences and culture.
• Creates an environment of belonging with problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and act as a preceptor when appropriate.
• Participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Cultural sensitivity

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Specialized Diploma or accredited nursing program

Licensed Registered Nurse in PA

BSN degree (preferred)

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a professional nurse to deliver patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process. The RN will develop care plans, address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, and collaborate with patients and care partners to meet priorities consistent with cultural beliefs.

Minimum qualifications include a specialized nursing diploma and PA RN licensure; BSN is preferred and acute care experience is valued.