RN, Patient Onboarding Nurse, Scranton TRU (FT, 12pm-8:30pm)

Brief Description

Under the direction of the Scranton Transitional Director of Nursing, the Patient Onboarding Nurse coordinates the new admission’s transition into the Scranton Transitional Unit. This position facilitates a positive first impression to the new patient, and their representative, if applicable, through facility and staff introductions, orientation, and utilization of strong customer service skills during this transition period.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and documents Braden Scale, bowel and bladder, pain assessment, medication review, and coordination with pharmacy/physician upon admission.
• Coordinates with attending physician for order entry into the Point Click Care EMR system.
• Provides introductions to the professional nursing staff and direct care staff assigned to the resident within 2 hours of admission.
• Describes facility normal routines and obtains the resident’s customary routine and preferences.
• Facilitates creating a homelike environment and securing personal possessions upon entry.
• Develops the baseline care plan within 48 hours of admission in collaboration with the resident, and representative as appropriate, and other disciplines.
• Ensures the care plan interventions are in place to create a smooth transition to this level of care, incorporating the goals of the resident/representative.
• Provides exceptional customer service skills to residents, visitors, and other team members.
• Participates in the unit’s QAPI program and provides feedback to administration on potential performance improvement areas; facilitates resident and family feedback on the same.
• Works collaboratively with administration to identify solutions and participates with monitoring effectiveness.
• Provides input and feedback into the quarterly facility assessment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred as an RN.
• Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing required.
• Proficient in data entry into the EMR system.
• Strong time management skills.
• CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.
• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care appropriate to the age specific needs and culture of the patient served.
• Participation in formal staff development programs.