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Registered Nurse - Long Term Care

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Bethlehem, PA

To learn more text "RN - Good Shepherd" to 484-894-1659 Good Shepherd Home – Bethlehem is for individuals 18 years of age and older requiring residential nursing care. Primary diagnoses served include, but are not limited to, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, quadriplegia, Multiple Sclerosis, traumatic brain injury and spina bifida. Each resident and his or her family are active participants in the development of a care plan. JOB SUMMARY Promotes and restores residents' health by completing the nursing process. Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members. Provides physical and psychological support to residents\ and families. Delegates and evaluate care rendered by LPNs and CNAs to meet resident care needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IDENTIFIES RESIDENT CARE REQUIREMENTS Utilizes the Nursing Process as framework to deliver care by establishing or contributing to a plan of care with the resident Establishes and contributes to prioritization of goals with the resident and interdisciplinary team Identifies nursing diagnoses Identifies teaching objectives appropriate to care standards Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and resident progress toward goals as resident condition changes Continuously identifies actual and potential problems after implementation of nursing interventions Communicates plan of care and residents’ progress to interdisciplinary team Delegates plan of care to other licensed and unlicensed associates within their scope of practice Establishes rapport with potential and actual residents and other persons in a position to understand care requirements Provide holistic care that addresses physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual needs ESTABLISHES A COMPASSIONATE ENVIRONMENT Provides emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to residents, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members PROMOTES RESIDENT INDEPENDENCE Establishes care goals with residents Educates residents, family members, and friends to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills Demonstrates competence in providing care to residents ASSURES QUALITY OF CARE Adheres to therapeutic standards Measure health outcomes against resident goals and standards Continually recommends appropriate adjustments to resident plan of care Complies with organizational and nursing division’s philosophies and standards of care set by State Board of Nursing, State Nurse Practice Act, an other governing agency regulations Participates in performance improvement activities by directing and assessing care provided to residents by RNs, LPNs, CNAs, agency personnel, students, and other associates RESOLVES RESIDENT PROBLEMS & NEEDS Utilizes interdisciplinary team strategies Utilized established communication methods to ensure resolution of resident problems and needs Communicates resident status to interdisciplinary team members DOCUMENTS RESIDENTS CARE SERVICES Documents delivery of service, changes in resident condition, and resident response to nursing interventions in the resident medical record and other departmental records according to policies and procedures Ensures documentation of care rendered by other staff members Reviews, transcribes, communicates, and implements physician orders MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY Complies with HIPAA Ensures that all resident and organizational information is kept confidential MAINTAINS SAFE & CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT Complies with Infection Control policies, procedures, and regulations Complies with policies and procedures on storage and disposal of controlled substances, toxic and non-toxic chemicals, and other wastes Coordinates with health care support personnel ENSURES RESIDENT SAFETY Demonstrates skills and knowledge in compliance with the policies and procedures on medication and treatment administration Ensures CNAs and other staff members’ compliance on resident appropriate transfers, feeding, and personal hygiene Responds to resident medical and psychological concerns, potential or actual injury and or distress Complies with the policies and procedures on handling resident abuse ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT Demonstrates knowledge and skills on appropriate usage of equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions necessary in the delivery of care to residents. This includes troubleshooting malfunctions and requesting maintenance orders for repairs Participates in evaluation and recommendation of new equipment DEMONSTRATES FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY Ensures availability and inventory of stock supplies Utilizes equipment and or supplies as needed to accomplish job results Demonstrates time management skills through prioritization and delegation of tasks Complies with nurses’ roles on reimbursement for resident care services MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE Identifies professional education needs and opportunities Attends educational workshops Completes mandatory educational requirements Review professional publications Participates in professional organizations Shares new knowledge and learned skills with team members Attends unit meetings Participates in committees, projects, and performance improvement activities Be willing to support principles and practices that are consistent with high quality nursing care and resident services Follows accepted policies and procedures Adheres to professional code of ethics MAINTAINS COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS AMONG HEALTH CARE TEAMS Demonstrates knowledge in the organizational structure through compliance with the chain of command to present issues and concerns regarding resident care Participates in team problem-solving methods Holds each team member accountable for resident and team outcomes Demonstrates positive conflict resolution skills with all associates Participates in team meetings and recommends suggestions for improvement Treats all associates with dignity and respect Accepts and gives shift report in a timely manner Demonstrates self-awareness and emotional maturity Demonstrates skill and ability to effectively work with persons from diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds CONTRIBUTES TO ORGANIZATIONAL TEAM EFFORT Accomplishes relates results as needed Attends meetings as requested by organizational leaders Represents positively, the profession and organization at work and outside the facility Promotes and participates in organizational goals By responding to change in a consistent and positive manner. 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 long term care, med-surg, or rehabilitation experience preferred Licenses / Certifications Registered Nurse license required Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required

RN

3 weeks ago

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Health Network Freemansburg, PA

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryProvides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served. Job DutiesAssesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs. - Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics. Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable. Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues. Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care. Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals. Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice. Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery. Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: - Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned. - Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members. - Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.Minimum Qualifications Graduate of accredited Nursing program. Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty. Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies. Basic computer skills. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s Degree Nursing Physical DemandsLift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.