Night Shift RN - Med/Surg Ortho Trauma

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia is seeking a professional registered nurse to join the Med/Surg Orthopaedic & Trauma unit. You will use the nursing process to address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, develop individualized care plans with patients and families, and ensure care aligns with cultural beliefs and values.

The role requires a specialized nursing diploma and a patient- and family-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
• Patient-and Family-Centered Practice
• Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or 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 and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members.
• Patient Assessment and Care
• Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan.
• Patient and Designated Care Partner Education
• Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.
• Medication Administration and Prescription
• Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital.
• Discharge Planning
• Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.
• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques.
• Health Information Documentation
• Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate

Responsibilities

• Integrates evidence-based practice and clinical expertise to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Partners with patients and families to identify learning needs and provide education.
• Minimizes risk by following nursing practices, protocols, and ethical decisions.
• Uses data to monitor outcomes and supports quality improvement initiatives.
• Works within inter-professional teams, communicating openly and respectfully.
• Recognizes patient preferences and creates an inclusive environment.
• Participates in professional growth and hospital committees related to safety and quality.

Skills

Effective Communication

Cultural Competence

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Specialized Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia is seeking a professional registered nurse to join the Med/Surg Orthopaedic & Trauma unit. You will use the nursing process to address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, develop individualized care plans with patients and families, and ensure care aligns with cultural beliefs and values.

The role requires a specialized nursing diploma and a patient- and family-centered approach.