REGISTERED NURE – INTERMEDIATE CARE (IMC) 

SITE OF SERVICE:

• VA Medical Center - 3900 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
• Full Time
• For more information, please contact one of our Recruiters at 321.452.4601

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Associate degree in nursing or bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Accreditation: Graduate from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Licensure: Possess a current and unrestricted license to practice Registered Nurse in any one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Cardiac Certifications: Must have the following hands-on certification through the American Heart Association
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience: One year of experience in a hospital or medical center setting. Experienced in areas such as medical-surgical, critical care, or specialized nursing.
• U.S. Citizenship: Shall be a U.S. citizen.

• English Language Requirement: Shall be able to read, write, speak and understand English well enough to effectively communicate with all patients and other health care providers.
• Physical Capability: Shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services required under the contract.

DUTIES:

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients in the Intermediate Care (IMC) unit, reviewing their medical history, vital signs, and current conditions.
• Follow prescribed medical plans, administering medications and treatments as necessary. Ensure accurate documentation of all interventions.
• Work closely with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and adjust patient care plans based on ongoing assessments and medical updates.
• Regularly assess and reassess patients' responses to treatments, interventions, and medications. Implement changes in care plans as needed to address evolving health needs.
• Engage in patient education, explaining medical conditions, treatments, and self-care practices. Foster an environment that encourages patients to actively participate in their healthcare.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records, documenting all aspects of patient care, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Participate in meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient cases, share insights, and contribute to the development of comprehensive care plans.
• Ensure compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the MTF.
• Administer medications, wound care, and numerous other personalized interventions.
• Direct and supervise care provide by other healthcare professionals.
• Recognize adverse signs and symptoms and quickly react in emergency situations.
• Make referral appointments and arrange specialty care as appropriate.
• Conduct research in support of improved practice and patient outcomes.

HOURS:

• Monday through Friday (day, evening and/or night shifts available)