RN Program Coordinator - Patient Care & Education Lead

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a registered nurse to assess, plan, and provide direct patient care in collaboration with physicians. You will educate patients and families, document care, and participate in performance improvement initiatives.

This role requires PA licensure (or eNLC), 1–3 years of specialty experience, and CPR certification. BSN preferred. High standards for safety, HIPAA, and patient-centered care are expected.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Program area certification and/or CEU may be required.
• 1-3 year(s) of experience in field of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, develops, and administers plan of care, completes appropriate documentation and ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Communicates with attending physician regarding plan of care and involves physician in clinical decision making of any issues that are outside the RN's knowledge base or scope of practice.
• Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on individual needs.
• Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient, family, community health services and interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinates administrative functions for the Program, which may include staffing coverage and/or participating in marketing activities.
• Participates in the development and implementation of departmental and hospital performance improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

RN licensure

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Education

Education

PA RN license or eNLC

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a registered nurse to assess, plan, and provide direct patient care in collaboration with physicians. You will educate patients and families, document care, and participate in performance improvement initiatives.

This role requires PA licensure (or eNLC), 1–3 years of specialty experience, and CPR certification. BSN preferred. High standards for safety, HIPAA, and patient-centered care are expected.