Registered Nurse, Stroke Rehab Unit- Full Time Days

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. They develop nursing plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, ensuring these plans align with cultural beliefs and values.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, and their designated care partners in a way that respects and collaborates with them.
• Integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patients' preferences and cultural beliefs into the delivery of care.
• Partners with patients and their designated care partners to identify learning needs and educates them about their health and treatment plans.
• 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 records of patient care processes and uses data to drive improvements in patient care quality and safety.
• Fosters teamwork and open communication within nursing and interdisciplinary teams, promoting quality patient care.
• Recognizes and supports patients and their designated care partners in providing safe, compassionate, and coordinated care.
• Cultivates an inclusive environment and demonstrates leadership in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, and acts as a preceptor for other staff members.
• Participates in hospital- and practice-setting-based committees, focusing on safety and quality improvement.

Requirements

• Specialized Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of patient-and-family-centered care principles.
• Understanding of effective communication and patient education techniques.
• Experience in medication administration and prescription.
• Knowledge of discharge planning and health information documentation.
• BLS certification from the AHA.
• RN license in the state of practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or completion of a BSN program within 3 years of hire, preferred.
• One year of previous RN experience in an acute care setting, preferred.

Skills

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to assess and diagnose patient needs.
• Proficiency in using information technology for care coordination.
• Leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits. Perks also include access to group rates on insurance and discounts.