Ambulatory Dermatology RN — Patient-Centered Care

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics is seeking an experienced registered nurse to deliver comprehensive care using the nursing process with a focus on the patient and family. You will collaborate with providers and support staff to address physical, emotional, and social needs while maintaining current PA nursing licensure.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, care coordination, and adherence to HIPAA and EMR standards within ambulatory settings. Workday daytime shifts available.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Patient- and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with the patient and the designated care partner in care and care planning.
• Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Professionalism Exhibits honesty, confidentiality, and integrity in all activities and communications.
• Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of nursing and medical terminology; ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients to triage appropriately.
• Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and health literacy barriers.
• Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge and application of pharmacology as it relates to primary care practice.
• Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis
• Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods.

Responsibilities

• Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients and their family preferences for delivery of optimal healthcare.
• Collaborates and communicates with the clinic care providers regarding patient care and management; supports efficient and timely communication between primary care providers and specialists.
• Supports implementation of clinical care pathways for common care conditions and participates in quality improvement opportunities.
• Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits and electronic communication.
• Provides patient and family education for preventive care, chronic disease management, and medication management.
• Documents all patient interactions and nursing care in EMR per organizational standards and regulations.
• Performs care coordination for patients including abnormal results and vaccination management.
• Oversees clinical care essential to health maintenance and restoration.
• Minimizes risk of harm by following established nursing practices and protocols.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge and mitigate errors.
• Fosters teamwork and shared decision-making in ambulatory care settings.

Skills

Nursing license

Cultural sensitivity

Effective communication

Professionalism

Patient assessment

Care coordination

EMR documentation

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Specialized Diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics is seeking an experienced registered nurse to deliver comprehensive care using the nursing process with a focus on the patient and family. You will collaborate with providers and support staff to address physical, emotional, and social needs while maintaining current PA nursing licensure.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, care coordination, and adherence to HIPAA and EMR standards within ambulatory settings. Workday daytime shifts available.