Cancer Center RN-PRN

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics in Philadelphia is seeking a professional nurse to provide patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process. You will collaborate with providers and support staff to deliver clinical nursing interventions.

S/he communicates effectively and respectfully with patients to address individualized needs and priorities of patients that align with their cultural beliefs and values.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• Must maintain a current nursing license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients and families to deliver optimal healthcare.
• Collaborates with clinic care providers regarding patient care and management; supports timely communication between primary care and specialists.
• Supports implementation of clinical care pathways and participates in quality improvement opportunities.
• Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communication.
• Documents all patient interactions and nursing care in EMR according to organizational standards and regulations.
• Performs care coordination for patients including abnormal results, triage, vaccinations, and management of in-baskets.
• Oversees care essential to assessment, promotion, maintenance and restoration of patients' health and wellness.
• Minimizes risk of harm by following established nursing practices and protocols.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge and mitigate errors.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and ongoing professional growth within inter-professional ambulatory care teams.

Skills

Nursing

Patient education

Communication

Cultural competence

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics. As an integral member of the of the ambulatory care clinical team, the nurse effectively collaborates with providers and support staff and provides clinical nursing interventions. S/he communicates effectively and respectfully with patients to address individualized needs and priorities of patients that are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values. Must maintain a current nursing license in the state of practice.

Job Description

Summary

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics. As an integral member of the of the ambulatory care clinical team, the nurse effectively collaborates with providers and support staff and provides clinical nursing interventions. S/he communicates effectively and respectfully with patients to address individualized needs and priorities of patients that are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values. Must maintain a current nursing license in the state of practice.

Job Duties

• Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values 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 actively in quality improvement opportunities
• Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communication
• Provides patient, their family/designated care partner(s) education for preventive care, chronic disease management, and medication management, and management of common illnesses treated in the primary care setting
• Documents all patient and their family/designated care partner(s) interactions and clinical care in electronic medical record (EMR) and nursing care given according to organizational standards and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Performs care coordination for patients i.e. abnormal results, triage, RN verification of vaccinations and other injections, management of in-baskets. (prior authorizations and forms)
• Oversees clinical care essential to the assessment, promotion, maintenance and restoration of patients' health and wellness.
• Minimizes risk of harm to patient, their family/designated care partner(s) by following established nursing practices and protocols.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, and mitigate errors.
• Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and support ethical decision making; uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
• Functions effectively within ambulatory care inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care.
• Recognizes patient and their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion and demonstrates skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development.
• Actively participates in team huddles/assemblies to provide announcements and clinical operations updates
• Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes in practice.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required

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. Uses the language of partnership with patients, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to o