Nursing Jobs in Emmaus, PA

Medical Assistant -- Orthopedics, Sellersville

St. Luke's University Health Network Sellersville, PA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Medical Assistant, Practice Operations' primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice. The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider. Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment. Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted. Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room. Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit. Assists in capturing demographic information. Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines. Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits. Actively participates in department activities; attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures. Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol. Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels. Performs other administrative tasks (e.g. check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed. Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration. Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives. Other related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time). Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds. EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required. Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred. Customer service experience is strongly preferred. BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Where applicable, a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist will be completed during the on-boarding process for new or transferred employees to confirm mastery of skills relevant to the service line. This on-boarding checklist will be acknowledged by practice leadership or a provider when appropriate; records will be retained at the practice location. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Registered Nurse (RN) - SeniorLIFE Lehigh Valley

Senior LIFE Freemansburg, PA

Overview Registered Nurse (RN) Full Time Monday-Friday 8am-430pm Senior LIFE is expanding our RN Home Care team! Become a part of an amazing group of healthcare professionals in the community where you live, work and love! Our RNs work as an extension of our Clinic Team but with the autonomy and flexibility of providing that care in the home and community settings. We serve the senior population of Bethlehem in center and a limited surrounding area so you won’t spend all of your time in a car. You will be doing what you do best in providing the care to enable our participants to live their best lives exactly where they most want to be – at home! If you want to make a difference, provide meaningful one-on-one care, and develop relationships with participants, their families and your fellow team members, then being a Senior LIFE RN is your perfect fit! Mission driven Senior LIFE has been at the forefront of health care for more than 15 years and is committed to following the highest clinical standards to enable our participants and staff thrive. Supported by a team of dedicated professionals RNs enjoy: Full-Time Monday- Friday, Daylight Flexibility in scheduling and remote hours Minimal On Call Rotation Technology to keep you mobile Comprehensive medical benefits Paid time off (PTO) Paid Holidays Off 401(k) Your patients, your schedule! EOE

Experienced RN - ICU - PRN Night

Jefferson Health Lansdale, PA

Job Details 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. Develops nursing plans of care with the patient and their designated care partner(s) to effectively address the individualized needs and priorities of patients and are consistent with their cultural beliefs and values. Job Description Articulates the job's main responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions or all duties performed. The essential functions listed below and percentage of time may vary between departments and locations, and are subject to change based on management discretion and organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of management to meet organizational needs. Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare. Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s)) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance. Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making. Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care. Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values. Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice. QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Education - Required Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required Education - Preferred Bachelor’s Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred Experience - Preferred 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required Patient-and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care and care planning. Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively. Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members. Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan. Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery. Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital. Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care. Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques. Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic form. Licenses and Certifications - Required BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania or RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_NJ - State of New Jersey Additional Qualifications Active RN license required in state of practice Work Shift Workday Night (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Lansdale Hospital Primary Location Address 100 Medical Campus Drive, Lansdale, 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. For more benefits information, please click here

RN

Full-time

1 month ago

Registered Nurse - Specialty Hospital

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Bethlehem, PA

To learn more text "RN - Good Shepherd" to 484-894-1659 Tour of the Specialty Hospital!! The Good Shepherd Specialty Hospital has been helping patients recover from complex medical conditions and injuries since 2000. The first long-term acute-care hospital (LTACH) in the region, we help patients who are too medically fragile to transfer to a skilled nursing facility, acute rehabilitation hospital or their home after a hospital stay. In addition to general rehabilitation, our team is renowned for their expertise in ventilator weaning and respiratory care. JOB SUMMARY Promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS USES NURSING PROCESS AS A FRAMEWORK TO DELIVER CARE: By assessing patient condition on admission and at regular intervals during assigned shift coordinating, prioritizing and integrating patient information from all aspects of clinical care delegating basic patient care needs to assistive personnel setting goals to organize assignment collaborating with patients and their families on the patient’s desired goals acting on physician’s orders in a timely manner developing independent nursing interventions appropriate to the patient’s response to care documenting interventions and their resultant responses and auditing aggregate performance in order to improve systems that support patient care. ESTABLISHES A COMPASSIONATE ENVIRONMENT By providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. PROMOTES PATIENT'S INDEPENDENCE Teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, safety, and self-care skills answering questions. 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 State Nurse Practice Act, and other governing agencies. MAINTAINS SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT By complying with procedures, rules, and regulations for safety and infection control keeping patient rooms in a neat and orderly fashion, cleaning assigned equipment or areas according to procedure and adhering to medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. RESPECTS PATIENTS AND THE ORGANIZATION By recognizing patient rights, patient privacy keeping information confidential and responding to requests using tact and diplomacy. ENSURES OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT By completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer's instructions troubleshooting malfunctions processing requisitions for repair maintaining equipment inventories evaluating new equipment and techniques. MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE By attending educational workshops reviewing professional publications establishing personal networks participating in professional societies. Maintaining current BLS and ACLS affirmations, attending required annual in-services, attending staff meetings regularly, documenting professional development on associate education record, conducts annual learning session in collaboration with the patient care specialist, identifies learning needs and seeks professional improvement. DEMONSTRATES FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY Checking stock to determine inventory level anticipating needed supplies placing and expediting orders for supplies verifying receipt of supplies using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. CONTRIBUTES TO ORGANIZATIONAL TEAM EFFORT By communicating information responding to requests building rapport participating in team problem-solving methods participating in at least one performance improvement team or project, completing assignments by specified deadline, assists in evaluating improvements and aggregate performance according to standards. MAINTAINS A COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIP AMONG HEALTH CARE TEAMS By accomplishing related results as needed, following through on delegated tasks, responding to co-worker's requests for assistance, demonstrating behaviors as defined by the GSSH code of conduct, acting as a resource and/or leader when the need arises. By documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. PROMOTES THE DEVELOPMENT OF GOOD SHEPHERD AS A SYSTEM By promoting the positive image of Good Shepherd acting as a preceptor for new associates or students communicating performance outcomes and results responding to change in a constructive 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 acute care experience preferred Licenses / Certifications Registered Nurse license required Certification in Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) preferred (must be acquired within 2 years of employment, 1750 hours in direct care of acutely/ critically ill patients, with 875 of those hours accrued in the most recent year preceding application). Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required Must obtain ACLS within six (6) months of employment and then maintain certification throughout employment. GOOD SHEPHERD'S UNIVERSAL FLU PROGRAM As a health-care provider, we have a professional and ethical obligation to protect our patients and residents from developing further complications. To protect our patients and residents, Good Shepherd requires influenza (flu) vaccinations for all Associates, licensed independent practitioners, contracted, agency and temporary employees, students and volunteers. ***Important Note: Good Shepherd & GSPP Rehabilitation are drug free and tobacco free work environments. As a result, candidates selected for employment may be subject to a drug screen test.*** Good Shepherd is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.