RN Ambulatory (FT-Day, 40hrs/week) - Hospital-Based Clinic-GI/Hepatology - Center City

Jefferson Health Center City East, PA 19107, US

Job Details

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred.

AND

EXPERIENCE:

1+ years’ experience as a Nurse, in an ambulatory setting preferred

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:

Current RN licensure in state of practice; BLS required based on organizational guidelines/policies

Additional Information:

Encouraged to obtain ambulatory care nursing certification

Expected to participate in or support quality, evidence-based practice and research of nursing governance initiatives

Job Description

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the professional nurse uses the nursing process in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health Primary Care. As an integral member of the of the primary care clinical team, the primary care nurse effectively collaborates with providers and support staff and provides clinical nursing interventions. S/he communicates effectively and respectfully with patients to address individualized needs and priorities of patients that are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values. Must maintain a current nursing license in the state of practice.

Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare
Collaborates and communicates with primary care providers regarding patient care and management; supports efficient and timely communication between primary care providers and specialists.
Supports implementation of clinical care pathways for common primary care conditions and participates actively in quality improvement opportunities
Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communication
Provides patient, their family/designated care partner(s) education for preventive care, chronic disease management, and medication management, and management of common illnesses treated in the primary care setting
Documents all patient and their family/designated care partner(s) interactions and clinical care in electronic medical record (EMR) and nursing care given according to organizational standards and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Performs care coordination for patients i.e. abnormal results, triage, RN verification of vaccinations and other injections, management of in-baskets. (prior authorizations and forms)
Oversees clinical care essential to the assessment, promotion, maintenance and restoration of patients’ health and wellness.
Minimizes risk of harm to patient, their family/designated care partner(s) by following established nursing practices and protocols
Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, and mitigate errors
Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and support ethical decision making; uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care
Functions effectively within primary care inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care.
Recognizes patient and their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion and demonstrates skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development.
Actively participates in team huddles/assemblies to provide announcements and clinical operations updates
Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.

Primary Location Address

132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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