JeffSTAT Registered Nurse Nights Critical Care Transport

Overview

Job Details Full time 36 hours/week nights

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.

• 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.

• Specialized Diploma
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
• Patient-and Family-Centered Practice
• Cultural Awareness
• Effective Communication
• Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.
• Adequate delegation to other team members
• Patient Assessment and Care
• Patient and Designated Care Partner Education
• Medication Administration and Prescription
• Discharge Planning
• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Health Information Documentation
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• AHA - American Heart Association and ACLS and PALS
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse
• PA - State of Pennsylvania

• Bachelor’s Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred
• 1 year Previous experience as an RN in a critical care/ED setting required
• Active RN license required in state of practice

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples:
Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient s weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

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. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.