RN Ambulatory (40hrs/week - day shift) Oral Surgery - Torresdale Campus

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health Ambulatory Clinics is seeking a professional nurse to provide ambulatory care using a patient- and family-centered approach. The role involves collaborating with providers and staff, delivering evidence-based nursing interventions, and communicating with patients to address individualized needs and cultural values.

A current nursing license in the state of practice is required. The position emphasizes coordination of care, education for preventive and chronic disease management,

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and collaboration with designated care partners.
• Cultural awareness and effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates and communicates with clinic care providers regarding patient care and management.
• Supports implementation of clinical care pathways and participates in quality improvement opportunities.
• Utilizes ambulatory care nursing interventions during visits, calls, and EMR communications.
• Provides patient and family education for preventive care, chronic disease management, and medications.
• Documents interactions and care in the EMR following organizational standards.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Effective communication

Cultural awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Specialized Diploma

Job description

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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 into practice.

Minimum 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 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 respect