jobs in North Huntingdon, PA

Nursing Jobs in North Huntingdon, PA

RN Registered Nurse - AHN Cancer Institute - Peters Health & Wellness Pavilion - Casual

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered. GR Nursing care delivery typically crosses the outpatient to inpatient continuum, ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The registered nurse provides transformational leadership in a professional practice setting by striving to create and participate in the future of healthcare. Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring. Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role. Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome. Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance. Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues and cultivates a work environment that promotes positive employees attitudes, effective communications, trust, and collaboration. Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected and creativity, flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability are key. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services. Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals). Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used. Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family. Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers. Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs. Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly. Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development for self and others. Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations. Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one’s own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial. Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy. Places the patient at the center of everything they do by continuously evaluating and assessing patient and family satisfaction and performing as an advocate for patients and customers. Participates in department specific patient satisfaction initiatives. Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered. Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns. Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) CPR Certification Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Preferred Certification in area of specialty Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice

RN Registered Nurse (part-time) - AHN Home Infusion - North Pittsburgh and Surrounding Areas (territory-based travel)

Highmark Health Pittsburgh, PA

$32 - $50.75 / hour

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assures safe delivery of nursing services in alternative care settings. Active participation in on-going interdisciplinary communication specific to each patient with review of patient status and plan of care. Directing and organizing ancillary care as appropriate. Adherence to Allegheny Health Network policies and procedures regarding medical record documentation and Performance Improvement activity. Home Infusion visits to administer Infusion Therapy in the home setting. Implements current nursing practices. Patients’ clinical assessments are completed as appropriate and communicated to other team members. Nursing interventions are implemented to meet patient’s needs and in accordance with physician orders. Physician orders are accurately received, implemented, and evaluated for patient outcome in a timely manner. Patients are appropriately referred to other health care support systems or community resources based on identified needs. Referral information is documented accurately in a timely manner and shared with other team members. Skilled nursing care is implemented and monitored per the Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion policies and procedures. Patient’s status and on-going needs at time of discharge are communicated to the appropriate individuals. Assumes responsibility for nursing services on weekends, holidays, and after-hours on-call as assigned. Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion is on-call for emergencies and after-hours visits as necessary. Promotes effective written and verbal communication. Positive work environment is promoted for other staff members. Timely communication regarding changes in plans of care to other team members is demonstrated. Consistent and appropriate lines of authority are maintained. Participates in special committee meetings as required. Cooperates with other health care team members and the Operations Manager pursuant to the Allegheny Health Network philosophies and objectives. Gives accurate information to patients, caregivers, and other health care providers the Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion services and associated costs. Knowledge of the Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion policies and procedures and regulations regarding reimbursement for nursing and pharmacy services demonstrated. Consultation with Patient Account Representative regarding initial and on-going reimbursement status of patients. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Direct patient/caregiver teaching/care as appropriate for Pharmacy Services patients. Direct physician contact (i.e., patient care communications, marketing). Coordinate medication and supply deliveries to patients. Provide information regarding drugs and their safe and appropriate use to other health care providers involved in patient’s/client’s care. Actively participate in ongoing interdisciplinary communication specific to each patient. Participate in the Performance Improvement program. Participate in in-service programs for other health care professionals and for the community. Attend seminars/CEU opportunities on an ongoing basis to promote growth and effective performance. Thorough knowledge of and strict adherence to Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Performs other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Licensed and in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in state of practice. 1 year acute care/IV experience Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). CPR certification Current valid driver’s license. Proof of current automobile insurance Preferred Experience with Home Infusion Care and/or IV Therapy Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. Pay Range Minimum: $32.00 Pay Range Maximum: $50.75 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice