RN Outpatient – Pulmonary – Canonsburg – Full Time

Job ID: J210068

Company: Allegheny Health Network

Location: Canonsburg,PA,US

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Type: Day (United States of America)

AHN Facility: Canonsburg Hospital

Posted Date: June 29, 2022

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JOB DESCRIPTION

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:

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

Completed RN training program and have PA RN licensure or have applied for practice permit
CPR Certification

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.

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BENEFITS

Total Rewards Program
In addition to competitive pay rates and flexible career growth, we show our employee appreciation through a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

Medical and prescription drug, dental and vision coverages, including family and domestic partners
Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off, including paid holidays and a volunteer day
Tuition reimbursement
Volunteer opportunities
Work/life programs, including Employee Assistance Plans

Wellness Resources and Programs
Employees have access to the following wellness programs and resources:

Onsite employee health center with same-day sick appointments, physical therapy and pharmacy services at major campuses
24/7 telephone access to health and wellness coaching to achieve personal goals
Fitness center access for all employees inclusive of showers, lockers, and group exercise classes at major campuses
100% coverage for preventive exams, including onsite flu shots
Incentive program that rewards employees with reduced health insurance premiums
Onsite chef-led cooking classes and tastings at major campuses
Departmental physical activity challenges to build camaraderie and reward employees
Sit-to-stand workstations, as well as personal ergonomic desk consultations
Onsite seated massage and stress management classes, including yoga and meditation at major campuses
Work-life resources, such as employee discounts and financial counseling services
Secure bicycle parking at major campuses
Environmentally healthy workplace, including energy-efficient buildings and eco-friendly product use

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disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity
or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in
employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or
disability.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 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