Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

• Description of Duties Nursing Process/Plan of Care• Provides total, comprehensive care to patients by applying the nursing process in an organized and systemic manner according to hospital policy.• Communicates proactively to the health care team, plan of care, changes in patient condition, the patient progress, the discharge plan and other relevant information.• Completes admission according to policy utilizing a multi-system approach for the assessment and reassessment.• Documents assessment/reassessment, plan, interventions and outcomes according to policy and interprets and utilizes clinical data in the plan of care: - Documents pain assessment and plan of care. - Documents fall risk and plan of care - Documents wound risk and plan of care. - Documents suicide assessment and plan of care. - Documents infection control assessment (MDRO protocols).• Performs accurate and thorough nursing physical assessment and documents thoroughly.• Reassesses patient condition per policy.• Interprets & utilizes clinical data in the plan of care.• Assesses patient for potential risk factors.• Recognizes and integrates patient special needs and individualizes care.• Includes pain management and supportive care issues in plan of care.• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.• Assumes accountability for managing the delivery of patient care.• Responsible for learning policies and nursing procedure and communicates to others.• Performs accurate and thorough nursing physical assessment.• Participates in discharge planning, using a multi-disciplinary approach. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds.• Assists patient/family with grieving process and end of life cases as appropriate. Medical Surgical/Telemetry Nursing Skills • Wound prevention and care• Pressure ulcer• Arterial and Venous stasis ulcer• Surgical wounds• Initiates IV therapy as per policy/procedure, taking into consideration vein condition, patient age, skin condition, patient positioning, and cognition• Monitors and maintains venous access:• Vesicants • Non-vesicants• Documentation• Demonstrates care and maintenance of central venous access devices• Dialysis Therapy responsibilities • Pre and Post hemodialysis• Peritoneal dialysis• POCT: Blood glucose Monitoring & Quality Control • Provides respiratory support (Pulse ox, suctioning, wall and portable oxygen therapy)• Maintains drainage tubes• Problem focused physical assessment• Interprets cardiac rhythms and responds appropriately• Cardiac monitors• Customizes/edits/reviews patient alarms/information• Trouble shoots poor waveforms and equipment problems• Assigns transmitters when necessary• Notifies supervisor/biomedical of equipment/ failure/problem• Safe Handling of the Post Chemo patient• Phlebotomy skills• Blood culture, T&C specimens, etc.• Central venous access device• Labeling of specimens. Requirements: BSN or BS/BA degree in Nursing Current RN Pennsylvania state license required. Current BLS required or obtained by completion of orientation. ACLS required Professional certifications preferred.Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Candidate must be organized and able to lead and manage a team. Demonstrates ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills. Ability to perform diversified duties with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy. Computer skills preferred.Prior clinical experience preferred.

• What We Offer: We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:

• Benefits start on first day of employment

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

• Retirement Savings Program

• Paid Time Off

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking

• And more!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran