Registered Nurse -Heart Failure/PH

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in Heart Failure in Easton, PA. The RN will deliver nursing care across the lifespan, performing assessments, planning care, and documenting interventions. Responsibilities include developing care plans, collaborating with team members, and participating in performance improvement. Candidates must hold a current Pennsylvania RN license, with preference given to those with medical/surgical experience. Strong communication and coordination skills are essential for ensuring quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license in the State of Pennsylvania.
• One year of medical/surgical experience preferred.
• Evidence of successful completion of BLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth, systematic assessment of assigned patients.
• Formulate collaborative and individualized care plans with expected outcomes.
• Implement and document patient care interventions according to the care plan.
• Coordinate patient care consistently using available resources.
• Participate in unit-based performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Systematic assessment

Collaborative care planning

Patient care intervention

Professional development

Team coordination

Education

Current RN license in Pennsylvania

Job description

Registered Nurse -Heart Failure/PH page is loaded## Registered Nurse -Heart Failure/PHlocations: Easton, PA - 1872 St Lukes Blvdtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R131393### *St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission* *of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.*The Registered Nurse (RN) Ambulatory delivers nursing care for patients across their life span, and through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. These nursing functions of the RN are carried out according to the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act, hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing.**JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients.* Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process.* Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan.* Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources.* Maintains an awareness of unit budget.* Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.* Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement.* Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.* Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.* Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department.* Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes.* Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts.**PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:**Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above should level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.**EDUCATION:**Current RN license in the State of Pennsylvania.**TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:**One year medical/surgical experience preferred. Individualized orientation program for all areas. Evidence of successful completion of BLS.*Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!*## ##