RN Clinic, Urgent Care
WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital · Uniontown, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who will deliver nursing care using the nursing process, apply clinical knowledge, and exercise independent judgment to achieve quality patient 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 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 and use independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and delegated healthcare providers.
- Use standards of care, effective resources, and evaluate patient response in delivering care.
- Apply relevant scientific principles, established standards, and research findings in decision-making.
- Determine and revise priorities for direct/indirect patient care 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; evaluate and document teaching effectiveness.
- Assist in orienting new employees according to the unit orientation plan.
- Engage in mentoring and networking to promote professional development and integrate staff/students into the healthcare team.
- Demonstrate conflict management skills and promote trusting relationships through open communication.
- 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 a multi-state RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
- Temporary RN permits accepted per state regulations:
- 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. 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 from graduation.
- Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Diploma, currently enrolled in a BSN program, with BSN completion within 5 years of hire.
Physical Requirements
- Heavy/hard work requiring strength and stamina, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials/equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
- Follows National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) guidelines: minimizes manual patient lifting; limits safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts, and repositioning use lift equipment or patient handling aids as indicated.
Working Environment
- Works closely with others in a team-based environment.
- May require protracted or irregular hours.
- Exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, and electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.
- Hands-on work, including tasks involving water exposure.
- May cover multiple clinic locations; some travel may be required.
Schedule
Scheduled weekly hours: 36