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Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, PA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The position involves providing direct and indirect patient care services under a physician's plan, ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulatory entities. The role includes managing daily operations, supervising staff, and coordinating patient care activities to maintain a safe environment. The candidate will also be responsible for evaluating patient care quality and effectiveness, facilitating resource utilization, and participating in continuing education programs.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily activities to ensure effective operations and communications within departments.
- Supervise, monitor, and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of patient care.
- Review and monitor nursing care plans and direct staff to modify them as necessary.
- Coordinate and participate in on-call responsibilities while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and participate in office-specific continuing education and orientation programs.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and communicate them to management.
- Participate in professional advisory committees and process improvement teams, including conducting chart audits.
- Create a caring and welcoming environment for new employees.
- Maintain open communication by listening, providing feedback, and involving employees in implementation processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- 4 years of experience as a registered nurse in an acute care hospital setting
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of nursing practice regulations
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of patient rights and laws such as HIPAA
- Strong clinical data analytic skills measuring process and outcomes in healthcare
- RN - Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
Nice-to-haves
- Successful completion of cardiac arrhythmia interpretation course or passing score on the challenge exam
- Achieve a passing score on basic proficiency in medication administration exam for external hires
