Registered Nurse - FT Nights - Stepdown/Stroke/Telemetry

About the role

The professional nurse at Jefferson Health uses the nursing process to meet the unique needs of each patient, integrating evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patients' preferences and cultural beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff in accordance with Jefferson's values.
• Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s) to identify learning needs and priorities, and educates them about their health and care.
• Minimizes risks by following established nursing practices and protocols, and by assessing and managing potential hazards.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, and support ethical decision-making.
• Maintains and improves patient care processes using data-driven methods and continuous improvement strategies.
• Fosters open communication and teamwork within nursing and interdisciplinary teams, promoting quality patient care.
• Creates an inclusive environment where patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and colleagues feel valued and respected.
• Demonstrates leadership by actively participating in committees and providing mentorship to other staff members.
• Provides feedback and incorporates it into practice to enhance professional growth and patient care.

Requirements

• Specialized Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of patient-and-family-centered care practices.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of patient assessment and care.
• Experience in medication administration and prescription.
• Discharge planning skills.
• Health information documentation skills.
• BLS certification from the AHA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or completion of a BSN program within 3 years of hire.
• One year of previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting.
• Active RN license in the state of practice.

Skills

Proficiency in using information technology, effective communication, patient assessment and care, medication administration, discharge planning, health information documentation, and cultural competency.

Benefits

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