RN Float Per Diem Day Moss Magee Rehab ELKINS PARK

jeffersonhealth; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Elkins Park is seeking an RN for per diem day shifts. The role emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, with nursing plans of care developed with patients and care partners to meet individualized needs and cultural values.

The nurse will work within inter-professional teams, applying evidence-based practice, and participating in safety and quality improvement initiatives. Prior acute care RN experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• BSN preferred within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients and families, providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Uses evidence-based nursing practices to ensure safety and quality care.
• Educates patients and families about care plans and treatments.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Cultural awareness

Effective communication

Patient assessment

Patient education

Education

Specialized Diploma in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

RN Float Per Diem Day Moss Magee Rehab ELKINS PARK

Job Description

JOB INFORMATION

Job Profile Title: RN, Hospital Per Diem

Does this position have direct reports?: No

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

JOB 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. Develops nursing plans of care with the patient and their designated care partner(s) to effectively address the individualized needs and priorities of patients and are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare.
• Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s)) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming.
• Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making.
• Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
• Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care.
• Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members
• Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement.
• Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education - Required

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required

Education - Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred

Experience - Preferred

• 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - 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 pat