Seeking coverage for day shift hours: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m
To learn more text "RN IP Peds - Good Shepherd" to 484-894-1659
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital Pediatric Unit is a specialized, CARF-accredited inpatient pediatric rehabilitation leader with programs designed specifically to treat children with complex medical conditions and injuries.
Job summary
Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and intermultidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; delegating and evaluating care assigned to LPNs and CNAs to meet patient care needs.
Essential functions
Identifies patient care requirements
By establishing personal rapport with potential and current patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
Uses the nursing process as a framework to deliver care by establishing or contributing to a plan of care with the patient, including a teaching plan, within 24 hours of admission
establishing or contributing to prioritization of goals appropriate to the patient’s age and ability to learn
estimated length of stay, medical diagnoses and discharge plan
Identifying nursing care needs, writing nursing interventions and identifying educational objectives appropriate to care standards
by reassessing and documenting the effectiveness of nursing actions and the patients progress toward goals as the patient’s condition changes
by communicating the plan and patient progress to the interdisciplinary team
delegating the plan of care to other licensed and unlicensed associates within their scope of practice.
Establishes a compassionate environment
By providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
Promotes patient's independence
By establishing patient care goals
educating patients, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills
answering questions by applying rehabilitation principles to patients served
by demonstrating competence in providing age-specific care to pediatric patients, adult patients and geriatric patients.
Assures quality of care
By adhering to therapeutic standards
measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards
making or recommending necessary adjustments
following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by the state board of nursing, the State Nurse Practice Act, and other governing agency regulations
by participating in performance improvement activities
by directing and assessing care provided to assigned patients by LPNs, Nursing Assistants, agency personnel, students and other associates.
Resolves patient problems and needs
By utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies
by utilizing established communication methods to ensure resolution of patient problems and needs
by communicating patient status to the interdisciplinary team.
Documents patient care services
By documenting delivery of services, changes in the patient’s condition and the patient’s response to nursing interventions in the medical record according to policies and procedures.
Maintains patient confidence and organizational confidentiality
By keeping information confidential.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment
By complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
calling for assistance from health care support personnel
by maintaining a clean and safe unit environment
keeping patient rooms, supply rooms and hallways free from clutter
by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
by adhering to infection control policies and procedures, medication administration and storage procedures and controlled substance regulations.
By maintaining compliance with professional, regulatory and governmental standards of care.
By demonstrating knowledge of responsibilities in an emergency situation.
Ensures operation of equipment
By following manufacturer's instructions
troubleshooting malfunctions
entering work orders for equipment repairs
evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Demonstrates financial accountability
By checking stock to determine inventory level
anticipating needed supplies
using equipment/supplies as needed to accomplish job results
By minimizing overtime by work prioritization and delegation
recognizes and complies with RN’s role in reimbursement for patient care services.
By identifying and providing input to Nurse Managers on work methods that reduce the cost and/or time required to deliver patient care.
By maintaining awareness of the unit budget.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge
By identifying personal educational needs and opportunities
attending educational workshops
completing mandatory educational requirements
reviewing professional publications
establishing personal networks
participating in professional organizations
sharing new knowledge with teams
attending unit meetings
reading unit memos
participating in committees, projects and PI activities.
By maintaining responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-service and/or continuing education programs.
Maintains a Cooperative Relationship Among Health Care Teams
By communicating information
responding to requests
building rapport
participating in team problem-solving methods
by communicating patient care or team issues to the nurse manager or supervisor
holding each team member accountable for patient and team outcomes
participate in team meetings
offering suggestions for improvement to the program director
utilizing the chain of command to present issues or concerns
demonstrate positive conflict resolution skills with all associates
treat all associates with dignity and respect.
Contributes to organizational team effort
By arriving on duty as scheduled, maintaining attendance, punching in and out as per Good Shepherd policy and maintaining etime sheet.
By demonstrating flexibility in response to change by offering to assist team members with patient care needs and unit activities that arise throughout the shift
participating in orienting new employees
meeting dress code requirements.
By attending meetings as requested by organizational leaders
by positively representing the profession and organization at work and away from work
promoting and participating in organizational goals.
By mentoring channels of communication among nursing shifts, disciplines, departments, and external customers.
By utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies, to assure resolution of patient problems and needs.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma required
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
Work Experience
Previous med-surg experience or rehabilitation experience preferred
Licenses / Certifications
Registered Nurse license required
Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required
PALS certification preferred for all staff (must be acquired within first 6 months of employment)
Certification in Rehabilitation Nursing preferred (must be acquired with 2 years of employment)
Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Educator At Heritage Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Doylestown, PA, our skilled facilities offer a range of short term and long term skilled rehabilitative care to meet your loved ones' needs. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the lives of our residents. Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Educator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing education and training to our staff, analyzing and evaluating nursing care, and ensuring the highest standards of quality care are maintained. Responsibilities: Function as a Liaison between the facility and community education resources Work in conjunction with the DON/ADON to provide education related to quality assurance data conversion and evaluation for the QA program Analyze and evaluate nursing care of employees during probationary period to assure the standards of nursing practice are of the highest quality Supervise, train, and have orientation for all staff Additional Opportunities Comprehensive benefits package, including: HEALTH INSURANCE DENTAL INSURANCE VISION INSURANCE LIFE INSURANCE 401K MATCHING PAID TIME OFF TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PAY PERKS PROGRAM WELLNESS PROGRAM Requirements: Current RN licensure in the state of PA Experience in a long-term care setting in a leadership or educational role. Excellent communication and organizational skills #PH2024
Liberty Pointe Rehab and Nursing is hiring a Evening Shift Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor to join our long-term care team in Doylestown, PA. Pay: Up to $106,000 per year! Shifts available: • 3:00pm–11:00pm Monday-Friday, On Call Rotation Sign On Bonus! Why work at Liberty Pointe? Supportive, team-focused environment Consistent schedules Leadership that values and supports nursing staff Opportunity to build long-term relationships with residents Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Daily pay Wellness program & pay perks Responsibilities: Supervise and support nursing staff on assigned units Oversee implementation of resident care plans Conduct regular nursing unit rounds Ensure proper documentation of incidents, complaints, and clinical updates Promote a team-oriented environment focused on quality and compliance Assist in coordinating care services to maintain a safe and comfortable environment Requirements: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred (not required) Previous Supervisor experience Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews ongoing. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veterans/Disabled). #PH2024
Heritage Pointe Rehab and Nursing is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our long-term care team in Doylestown, PA. Pay: Depending on Experience Shifts available: 7:00am-3:00pm Part Time 3:00pm-11:00pm Part Time Why work at Heritage Pointe? Supportive, team-focused environment Consistent schedules Leadership that values and supports nursing staff Opportunity to build long-term relationships with residents Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Daily pay Wellness program & pay perks Responsibilities: Provide high-quality nursing care to long-term care residents Administer medications and treatments as ordered Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with care standards Requirements: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred (not required) New grads welcome – training and orientation provided Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews ongoing. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veterans/Disabled). #PH2024
Salary Starting at $38.00 / hour Overview Incredible Kids…Life-Changing Healthcare. Welcome to Pediatric Specialty Care. For more than two decades, Pediatric Specialty Care has been successfully caring for medically fragile and technology-depend ent children. The goal of Pediatric Specialty Care is to enable children with special needs to realize their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. Our passionate team of pediatric care specialists work with each individual to help navigate their unique journey and celebrate every victory along the way. From accomplishing small, but miraculous achievements to transitioning a child back to their family’s home, our comprehensive pediatric care team is deeply committed to the physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being of the children in our care and their loved ones. RN - Registered Nurse (Pediatrics) Position Overview: The Registered Nurse (RN) assists in ensuring the general health and well-being of assigned individuals by providing direct nursing care. Direct nursing care of residents encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing assessing, and evaluating the care of individuals to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times. RN’s monitor the performance of non-licensed personnel and assist in modifying treatment regimens to meet the physical, psychosocial and developmental needs of the individual in accordance with established nursing practices and the requirements of the policies and procedures of the organization in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards governing the facility. PSC is proud to advertise optimal nurse to patient ratios. Pediatric Specialty Care Overview: At Pediatric Specialty Care, we are dedicated to providing the best possible long term, short term and transitional care available for technology-dependent and medically fragile infants, children and young adults. Pediatric Specialty Care is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of medically complex and technology dependent individuals ranging from birth to 21 years of age. Our goal is to enable children with special needs to realize their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. It is evident to our residents and their families that whether we are helping to transition a child back to their family’s home or celebrating a resident’s small, yet miraculous achievement, we are deeply committed to their physical, psychological and spiritual well-being every step of the way. RN - Registered Nurse (Pediatrics) Shift Options (12-hour shifts): Full-time, Part-time and PRN status available, every other weekend opening. Day Shift (7:00am-7:30pm) Night Shift (7:00pm-7:30am) In addition to a competitive pay package that includes our NEW SHIFT PREMIUM, we offer: Optimal Nurse to Patent Ratios Mentorship & Training – WE WELCOME & SUPPORT NEW NURSES & GRADUATES! Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance 401K PTO & Holiday Pay Tuition Reimbursement Pediatric Specialty Care - 90 Cafferty Road Point Pleasant, PA 18950 Responsibilities RN - Registered Nurse (Pediatrics): Actively participates in the planning and delivery of care to all assigned individuals. The RN is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed professional and is accountable to individuals for the quality of care delivered. Administers medications and treatments to assigned individuals as ordered by the physician. The 5 rights of medication administration will be utilized as appropriate. Performs and promotes timely and accurate documentation. Assists in performing accurate thorough and timely completion of nursing admission evaluations and re-evaluations of individual care needs in accordance with Nursing Department standards of practice. Documents as required in care plans, nursing notes, medical administration records, treatment records and other necessary records. Provides evaluation of needs of individual care planning information as necessary and as requested by RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing and other health care disciplines; completes individual education in accordance with established procedures. Performs all position duties according to safety rules and standards of practice required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, individuals and visitors of the facility. Reports to the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, RN Supervisor and/or licensed professional any unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs and progress of individuals. Contacts MD/NP/PA for orders or updates according to individual’s response to treatment plan and/or situation and updates family members as needed. Participates in Change-of-Shift Report and is responsible for bringing nursing personnel of next shift up to date regarding the care and needs of individuals. Attends and participates in orientation and in-service training prior to performing tasks that are new or that the RN does not feel competent performing. Attends and participates in continuing education programs designed to keep staff abreast of changes in the profession, changes in company policies/procedures, and completion of all annual mandatory education. Encourages and participates in the ongoing education and professional development of NTs and LPNs. Serves as a role model and represents the organization in a manner that conveys professionalism, appearance, confidentiality, courtesy, conduct, honesty, fairness, personal integrity and a respect for the fundamental rights, dignity, personal comfort and privacy of others. Participates in quality improvement, clinical and safety programs upon request. RN - Registered Nurse (Pediatrics) - Skills/Competencies: Exceptional customer service skills Problem-solving skills Strong decision-making ability Ability to work independently or part of a group Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written Displays patience, empathy and passion for working with children Ability to be flexible and interact with a variety of developmental levels Ability to handle confidential information with professional discretion From Up to Qualifications RN - Registered Nurse (Pediatrics): Credentials as a Registered Nurse with a current state license in good standing for the state in which work is performed Valid, current BLS/CPR and First Aid certification Must be at last 21 years of age Training and work experience in a pediatric setting preferred Meets the qualifications of a Child Care Supervisor as described in 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3800 This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
%20scale(0.6,0.6)'%3e%3cg%20fill-opacity='0'%20fill='%23ffffff'%20fill-rule='nonzero'%20stroke='none'%20stroke-width='1'%20stroke-linecap='butt'%20stroke-linejoin='miter'%20stroke-miterlimit='10'%20stroke-dasharray=''%20stroke-dashoffset='0'%20font-family='none'%20font-weight='none'%20font-size='none'%20text-anchor='none'%20style='mix-blend-mode:%20normal'%3e%3cpath%20d='M-85.33333,341.33333v-426.66667h426.66667v426.66667z'%20id='bgRectangle'%3e%3c/path%3e%3c/g%3e%3cg%20fill='%23000000'%20fill-rule='nonzero'%20stroke='none'%20stroke-width='1'%20stroke-linecap='butt'%20stroke-linejoin='miter'%20stroke-miterlimit='10'%20stroke-dasharray=''%20stroke-dashoffset='0'%20font-family='none'%20font-weight='none'%20font-size='none'%20text-anchor='none'%20style='mix-blend-mode:%20normal'%3e%3cpath%20d='M-27.73333,341.33333c-31.8116,0%20-57.6,-25.7884%20-57.6,-57.6v-311.46667c0,-31.8116%2025.7884,-57.6%2057.6,-57.6h311.46667c31.8116,0%2057.6,25.7884%2057.6,57.6v311.46667c0,31.8116%20-25.7884,57.6%20-57.6,57.6z'%20id='shape'%3e%3c/path%3e%3c/g%3e%3cg%20fill='%23ffffff'%20fill-rule='nonzero'%20stroke='none'%20stroke-width='1'%20stroke-linecap='butt'%20stroke-linejoin='miter'%20stroke-miterlimit='10'%20stroke-dasharray=''%20stroke-dashoffset='0'%20font-family='none'%20font-weight='none'%20font-size='none'%20text-anchor='none'%20style='mix-blend-mode:%20normal'%3e%3cg%20transform='scale(10.66667,10.66667)'%3e%3cpath%20d='M2.36719,3l7.0957,10.14063l-6.72266,7.85938h2.64063l5.26367,-6.16992l4.31641,6.16992h6.91016l-7.42187,-10.625l6.29102,-7.375h-2.59961l-4.86914,5.6875l-3.97266,-5.6875zM6.20703,5h2.04883l9.77734,14h-2.03125z'%3e%3c/path%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/svg%3e)
