RN Outpatient - Nephrology - Coraopolis - Full Time

Highmark Health; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to deliver exceptional patient care in an outpatient setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, implementing care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance healthcare outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a commitment to patient safety, and a passion for continuous professional development. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to a culture of safety, compassion, and excellence in nursing care.

Qualifications

• Valid PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure required.
• CPR certification and background clearances necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Assess and implement patient care tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Leadership

Collaboration

Clinical Practice

Culturally Competent Care

Education

Current PA RN Licensure

CPR Certification

Specialty Certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families. The nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed professional and is accountable for the quality of care delivered. Nursing care is provided in an outpatient setting.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide transformational leadership within a professional practice setting, contributing to the future of healthcare.
2. Collaborate as a team player, helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
3. Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels, including duties during charge roles.
4. Maintain a safe environment, considering patient condition, intervention complexity, and expected outcomes.
5. Provide feedback to peers regarding clinical practice and role performance.
6. Share knowledge and foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
7. Accept mistakes and promote a culture of safety, creativity, flexibility, resilience, and adaptability.
8. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care and health services.
9. Promote patient safety initiatives, such as National Patient Safety Goals.
10. Participate in quality initiatives and ensure appropriate use of order sets.
11. Supervise and evaluate LPNs within their scope of practice.
12. Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate, and implement patient care tailored to individual needs.
13. Develop culturally and age-appropriate expected outcomes involving patients, families, and healthcare providers.
14. Assess health status, compare data to norms, and determine care needs.
15. Monitor patient condition changes, notify physicians or supervisors, intervene, and document appropriately.
16. Accept assignments beyond primary units within personal competency.
17. Engage in continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
18. Participate in professional organizations and activities that advance the profession.
19. Seek ongoing learning through research and evidence-based practices.
20. Participate in peer review, gather feedback, and identify areas for growth.
21. Adhere to time and attendance policies.
22. Center care around patient and family satisfaction, acting as an advocate.
23. Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and promote compassionate, patient-centered communication.
24. Address and resolve patient and family concerns.
25. Manage time effectively to complete duties within shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Current PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure via eNLC
• CPR certification

Preferred

• Specialty certification

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities and may not include all tasks required.

Compliance: Employees must adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and company policies, including confidentiality and privacy laws such as HIPAA. All employees are responsible for complying with applicable laws and company policies.

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