Ambulatory Nurse II-Rapid Access Breast

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks an Ambulatory Nurse II to join their innovative Breast Oncology Team. This role is essential in providing early support to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients, ensuring comprehensive, patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise and teamwork, working flexibly within a hybrid environment. With a commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care. Join a team dedicated to excellence in nursing and patient outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive health programs

Tuition assistance

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with 15+ months of relevant experience.
• Demonstrates safe nursing practice and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and integrate evidence for optimal health care delivery.
• Collaborate effectively within the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Expertise

Evidence-Based Practice

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree (BSN)

Diploma or ASN

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

The Rapid Access RN (Ambulatory Nurse II) plays a critical interdisciplinary role within the Breast Oncology Team at Penn Medicine, supporting both Division of Medical Oncology and Breast Surgery. This role focuses on providing early support to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients through new patient consultations, chart preparations and workup coordination, and close collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to support comprehensive, patient-centered care. As a key member of a newly launched program, the Rapid Access RN is integral to developing and refining workflows to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. High flexibility is essential as this role will evolve with the program’s development.

Work Hours: 40 hours/wk (flexible hours)

Location: Hybrid

The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model.

The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills, and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Ambulatory Nurse II position description addendum. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains.

The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence-Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family-Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below).

The Ambulatory Nurse II Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and integrate current evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences for optimal health care delivery.
• Minimize risks and promote safety for patients, families, providers, and self.
• Demonstrate professionalism through lifelong learning, adherence to ethical standards, and community outreach.
• Provide person and family-centered care respecting patient preferences, values, and needs.
• Collaborate effectively within the healthcare team to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.
• Utilize data and quality improvement methods to enhance care safety, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Use appropriate technology and informatics to support clinical decision-making and communication.
• Engage in continuous professional development and system improvement initiatives.

Credentials

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Registered Nurse - PA (Required)

Education or Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BSN) from an accredited nursing school with 15+ months relevant experience, OR
• Diploma or ASN with more than 15 months relevant experience.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive health programs, tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional growth.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected status.