RN-Clinic-Pulmonary

We are seeking a Registered Nurse who will deliver nursing care using the nursing process, applying clinical knowledge and independent judgment to achieve quality patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the ambulatory setting based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
• Perform preliminary patient assessments through observation and chart review to facilitate appropriate follow-up with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitate appropriate intervention.
• Implement clinical decisions and demonstrate appropriate use of expert peers and/or management.
• Accept accountability for care provided by self and delegated healthcare providers.
• Use standards of care and practice to guide care delivery, evaluating patient response.
• Base decisions on relevant scientific principles, established standards, or research findings.
• Determine and revise priorities for patient care activities based on acuity and available resources.
• Use established patient care support systems, including documentation, communication, and information.
• Provide educational instruction to patients and families regarding healthcare needs.
• Identify teaching/learning needs, evaluate effectiveness, and document patient and family education.
• Assist in orienting new employees according to unit orientation plans.
• Apply knowledge from educational experiences to patient care and instruction.
• Engage in mentoring and networking to promote professional development.
• Foster integration of staff and students into the healthcare team.
• Promote trusting relationships and open communication at the unit level.
• Interact with healthcare team members to meet patient care needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state where services will be provided or current multi-state RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Temporary RN permits as required by state board (varies by state; see details below).
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

State-Specific Temporary Permit Requirements:

• Maryland: No temporary permit issued. Must document recent graduation from a nursing school and obtain permanent RN license within 90 days of graduation.
• Ohio: No temporary permit issued. Ohio nurses must be currently licensed.
• Pennsylvania: Current PA Registered Nurse Temporary Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within one year of graduation.
• West Virginia: Current WV Registered Nurse Grad Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within 180 days of graduation.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Current RN licensure or temporary permit as outlined above.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing/Diploma with current enrollment in a BSN program and completion within 5 years of hire.

Skills

• Competent clinical knowledge and independent nursing judgment.
• Ability to assess and interpret patient data relative to age-specific needs.
• Knowledge and application of principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Effective communication and conflict management skills.
• Proficiency in patient education and mentoring.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy/hard work requiring strength and stamina, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials/equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• Adherence to safe patient handling guidelines: limit manual lifting to 35 pounds; use lift equipment and patient handling aids as indicated.

Working Environment

• Close collaboration with healthcare team members.
• Protracted or irregular hours.
• Exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases.
• Frequent handwashing and use of water.
• Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.
• Potential travel between multiple clinic locations.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Shift: Day.