Physician Office Nurse - Springdale Pediatric Medicine (Full Time)
Location: York, Pennsylvania
Description: WellSpan Health is currently seeking to employ Physician Office Nurse - Springdale Pediatric Medicine (Full Time) right now, this vacancy will be dwelled in Pennsylvania. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Tracking Code 24748 Job Description Physician Office Nurse Opportunity Springdale Pediatric Medicine About the Position Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients. Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. In addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff and may serve as the key clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator by providing support to clinical staff scheduling and competency oversight of entry level clinicians.
The qualified candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties: Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered, such as non-stress tests, assists with spinal taps, urinary catheterization, diabetic foot exams, and insertion of IVs. In collaboration with physician, provides extensive health education, counseling and advice to patients and families on topics such as life style changes, cholesterol lowering diets, diabetic control etc. Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patients learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, develops teaching plans, and uses various educational tools to activate the non-compliant patient. Tracks, reviews and monitors follow-up of diagnostic test results, under the direction of the provider.
Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests. Following defined protocols, independently assesses patients/callers health status based upon presenting symptoms. Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to most appropriate level of care, or an acceptable alternative venue for care of patients with acute problems should access not be readily available at the practice. Qualifications Strong communication skills Models team work LPN license BCLS certification WellSpan Health WellSpan Health is a not-for-profit, community based health care system serving more than 650,000 people in south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.
York Hospital, a 570+ bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, Magnet designatedcommunity teaching hospital, and Gettysburg Hospital, a 76-bed acute-care facility, are the cornerstones of the health system. In April 2012, WellSpan Health opened the WellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospitala 73-bed state-of-the arthospital, to care for patients recovering from strokes, traumas, chronic disease complications and orthopedic injuries.The organization has received significant, national recognition, including being named a Top 100 Integrated Health Network by Verispan, being one of the Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities by Health Imaging and IT. WellSpan Health is an integrated health system with more than 60 care sites, more than 8,700 employees and seven residency programs.The CommunityWellspan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance youre seeking. Both communities offer abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails, water sports and historic tours.
The communities are a short drive from several, large metropolitan areas including the Baltimore/DC metro area and Philadelphia.If you value a strong sense of community, the more palatable pace of rural living, and the convenience of a workplace close to home, youll realize the advantages of considering Wellspan Health as part of your future. Required Skills Qualifications: Certificate or completion (degree or diploma) from and accredited LPN program; 1-2 years pediatric nursing experience preferred Required Experience 1 - 2 years Job Location York, PA US Position Type Full-Time/Regular Schedule: Days/Evenings Additional Scheduling Info: Full Time (80hrs/2wks) Day/Evening shift position; Primarily Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6pm with approx 1 Saturday/month rotation Additional Requirements: PA Act73 Child Abuse Clearance Required Apply Share Share on linkedin Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email More Sharing Services Return To Job Listings
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This vacancy starts available on: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 02:06:38 GMT
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