What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family and Community Medicine Faculty Physician position at Penn State Health?
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.9
Shift: Nights
Hours: Twelve (12) hour shifts
Recruiter Contact: Kiersten Roberts at kbricker2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
Located in Hershey, PA, Hershey Medical Center is part of a strong community that is enriched with socially-minded organizations and individuals working to create a wonderful place to live. In the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Hershey is a combination of rural, suburban and city living that is within a short distance to some of the busiest east coast cities including New York, Washington DC and Philadelphia. To learn more, visit pennstatehealth.org.
JOB SUMMARY :
Registered Nurses on this team will be a part of a new service-line based medical-surgical unit. Patients typically are established Family and Community Medicine patients from one of the academic Family and Community Medicine medical group clinics. Patients on this unit are admitted from the Emergency Department or clinic with the typical array of problems requiring an acute care stay such as heart failure, pneumonia, liver failure, pancreatitis etc. This unit is staffed with an attending physician, medical residents, and two CRNPs in addition to staff nurses and patient care assistants. The average length of stay for patients is at least 4 days .
R Ns are responsible to assess the biopsychosocial nursing need of patients through interview and observations. Establish goals and priorities of nursing care. Develop a written plan of nursing care, which includes patient teaching and discharge planning. Implement nursing plan through the giving of direct care and/or by delegating to other professional and non-professional staff. Responsible for documentation of care given and patient progress. Transcribe and execute physician's orders accurately and promptly. Communicate patients’ progress and needs to appropriate physician. Keeps supervisor informed of unit activity and condition of patients. Collaborate effectively with the medical staff in matters of patient care. Seeks assistance from supervisor as necessary in clinical problem solving, execution of procedures and use of equipment. Assumes charge nurse responsibility when requested. Communicate patient needs and plan of care to other nurses through shift reports, care plans, and patient conferences. Assist in teaching patient care procedures to other nursing staff members as appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse with a license to practice professional nursing in the state of Pennsylvania or a Registered Nurse from another state with a Temporary PA Practice Permit
6 months of experience working as a RN
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
Able to lift/carry 0-10 lbs frequently; 11-50 lbs occasionally.
Able to push/pull 0-20 lbs frequently; 21-75 lbs occasionally.
Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
Able to use hand for simple/firm grasping.
Paid Time Off and Personal Time
Medical Benefits (No waiting period)
Dental and Vision Benefits
Penn State University Tuition Assistance (Full-Time Employees)
Elder Care/Child Care Resources
Life Insurance
Company Sponsored 401K
Relocation Bonus for those who qualify
I f chosen for this position, you may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
P enn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information . If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
U nion: SEIU Nurses
IND567
Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.9
Shift: Nights
Hours: Twelve (12) hour shifts
Recruiter Contact: Kiersten Roberts at kbricker2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
- $15,000 Sign On Bonus!**
Located in Hershey, PA, Hershey Medical Center is part of a strong community that is enriched with socially-minded organizations and individuals working to create a wonderful place to live. In the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Hershey is a combination of rural, suburban and city living that is within a short distance to some of the busiest east coast cities including New York, Washington DC and Philadelphia. To learn more, visit pennstatehealth.org.
JOB SUMMARY :
Registered Nurses on this team will be a part of a new service-line based medical-surgical unit. Patients typically are established Family and Community Medicine patients from one of the academic Family and Community Medicine medical group clinics. Patients on this unit are admitted from the Emergency Department or clinic with the typical array of problems requiring an acute care stay such as heart failure, pneumonia, liver failure, pancreatitis etc. This unit is staffed with an attending physician, medical residents, and two CRNPs in addition to staff nurses and patient care assistants. The average length of stay for patients is at least 4 days .
R Ns are responsible to assess the biopsychosocial nursing need of patients through interview and observations. Establish goals and priorities of nursing care. Develop a written plan of nursing care, which includes patient teaching and discharge planning. Implement nursing plan through the giving of direct care and/or by delegating to other professional and non-professional staff. Responsible for documentation of care given and patient progress. Transcribe and execute physician's orders accurately and promptly. Communicate patients’ progress and needs to appropriate physician. Keeps supervisor informed of unit activity and condition of patients. Collaborate effectively with the medical staff in matters of patient care. Seeks assistance from supervisor as necessary in clinical problem solving, execution of procedures and use of equipment. Assumes charge nurse responsibility when requested. Communicate patient needs and plan of care to other nurses through shift reports, care plans, and patient conferences. Assist in teaching patient care procedures to other nursing staff members as appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse with a license to practice professional nursing in the state of Pennsylvania or a Registered Nurse from another state with a Temporary PA Practice Permit
6 months of experience working as a RN
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
Able to lift/carry 0-10 lbs frequently; 11-50 lbs occasionally.
Able to push/pull 0-20 lbs frequently; 21-75 lbs occasionally.
Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
Able to use hand for simple/firm grasping.
- Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.
Paid Time Off and Personal Time
Medical Benefits (No waiting period)
Dental and Vision Benefits
Penn State University Tuition Assistance (Full-Time Employees)
Elder Care/Child Care Resources
Life Insurance
Company Sponsored 401K
Relocation Bonus for those who qualify
I f chosen for this position, you may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
P enn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information . If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
U nion: SEIU Nurses
IND567