RN CDU: Fast-Paced Observation Care Specialist

Highmark Health; Federal Hill (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Ground Floor Clinical Decision Unit. The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients requiring observation.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring appropriate order sets, and participating in quality initiatives while maintaining HIPAA and privacy standards.

Qualifications

• Current PA RN licensure or eNLC required.
• CPR certification required.
• Background clearances (Act 34/33/73, FBI) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate care.
• Delegates tasks based on patient needs and staff skill level.
• Ensures safe environment and adherence to policies.
• Maintains patient safety initiatives and quality improvements.
• Documents care plans and communicates changes to physician.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Mentoring

Time management

Education

PA RN licensure or eNLC

CPR certification

Background clearances (Act 34/33/73, FBI)

Tools

CPR training

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Ground Floor Clinical Decision Unit. The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for patients requiring observation.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring appropriate order sets, and participating in quality initiatives while maintaining HIPAA and privacy standards.