Abington FT Nights L&D RN

About the role

The professional nurse at Jefferson Health uses the nursing process to address the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of diverse patients, respecting their cultural beliefs and values.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, and their designated care partners in a way that fosters collaboration and mutual respect.
• Develops nursing plans of care with patients and their care partners, integrating evidence-based practice and cultural considerations.
• Collaborates with patients and their care partners to identify learning needs and priorities, and educates them about their health and care.
• Minimizes risks by following established protocols and using information technology to support ethical decision-making and continuous quality improvement.
• Works effectively within interdisciplinary teams, promoting open communication and shared decision-making for high-quality patient care.
• Creates an inclusive environment, addressing patients' personal preferences and cultural backgrounds in their care.
• Participates in hospital committees and actively seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Functions as a preceptor for new staff members, sharing expertise and best practices.

Requirements

A specialized diploma from an accredited nursing program is required. Experience as an RN in an acute care setting is preferred, but not mandatory. Active RN license in the state of practice is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or completion of a BSN program within 3 years of hire is preferred.
• Knowledge of patient-and-family-centered care principles and cultural awareness.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage patients and their care partners in their health care.
• Experience in assessing patients, implementing care plans, and educating patients and their care partners.
• Understanding of medication administration and discharge planning.
• Knowledge of health information documentation and the ability to document medical histories and treatments accurately.

Skills

• Ability to integrate evidence-based practice and cultural considerations into patient care.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in using information technology for patient care.
• Discharge planning and coordination of care.
• Documentation of patient care and health information.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Pay

Details on pay structure are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on shift schedules are not specified in the job posting.