Patient-Centered Nurse & Care Educator

jeffersonhealth; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated professional nurse dedicated to patient- and family-centered care. You will use the nursing process to address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, developing care plans with the patient and designated care partner(s) to reflect their cultural beliefs and values.

Responsibilities include collaborative practice, adherence to evidence-based care, patient education, discharge planning, and active participation in safety and quality

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of patient- and family-centered care.
• Cultural awareness and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families and staff.
• Clinical assessment and care planning.
• Education of patients and families about conditions and treatments.
• Medication administration knowledge.
• Discharge planning and post-discharge needs knowledge.
• Ability to use evidence-based practice for safe patient care.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients and families to provide respectful care.
• Integrates evidence-based practice with clinical expertise.
• Educates patients and families to support learning needs.
• Adheres to nursing protocols to minimize harm and ensure safety.
• Uses information systems to document and communicate care.
• Monitors outcomes and participates in quality improvement efforts.
• Works within inter-professional teams with open communication.

Skills

Nursing diploma

Patient-centered care

Cultural awareness

Effective communication

Patient assessment

Patient education

Medication administration

Discharge planning

Clinical judgement

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Jefferson Health in Pennsylvania seeks a dedicated professional nurse dedicated to patient- and family-centered care. You will use the nursing process to address physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs, developing care plans with the patient and designated care partner(s) to reflect their cultural beliefs and values.

Responsibilities include collaborative practice, adherence to evidence-based care, patient education, discharge planning, and active participation in safety and quality