RN FT Med/Surg/Tele Unit 3C

Job Details

RN FT Med/Surg/Tele Unit 3C

Job Description

Job Description

JOB INFORMATION

Job Profile Title

Does this position have direct

reports?:

Registered Nurse

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

Articulates the job's main responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions or all duties

performed. The essential functions listed below and percentage of time may vary between departments and locations, and are

subject to change based on management discretion and organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned at the

discretion of management to meet organizational needs.

• 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

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.

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 patient's condition, the

treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.

• Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this
  
  

knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the

hospital.

• Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and
  
  

family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.

• Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or
  
  

clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to

available drugs, facilities and techniques.

• Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation
  
  

methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures,

tests, and medical results in written or electronic form.

Licenses and Certifications - Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania or
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_NJ - State of New Jersey
  
  

Additional Qualifications

• Active RN license required in state of practice
  
  

VALUES AND HABITS

Put People First

• Put People First: Create a safe environment where all colleagues feel supported and motivated to be their best at work.
• Build relationships: Build belonging, empathy, and collaboration.
• Engage with grace: Assume positive intent and share your perspective thoughtfully.
• Create moments: Affirm and acknowledge the contributions and efforts of others.
  
  

Do What's Right

• Do What’s Right: Focus on how we work most effectively to get the best results.
• Prioritize What Matters: Clarify what’s most critical and why.
• Align on Expectations: Translate priorities into agreed upon accountabilities and outcomes.
• Act with integrity: Behave ethically and honestly in all interactions and business practices.
  
  

Pursue Excellence

• Pursue Excellence: Focus on learning and growth.
• Look and Listen: Explore new ways of working and stay curious by learning from others.
• Innovate with Intent: Try new ideas that support organizational priorities.
• Value Lessons Learned: Acknowledge progress and insights that come from striving to improve.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The Functional Job Descriptions, maintained by Employee Health Services, will be the final authority on essential physical

requirements if applicable.

Usual Workday Hours

8; 10; 12

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.

Primary Location Address

111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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