Registered Nurse

Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks Be part of an exceptional health care experience Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work

LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region

Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an A grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety

These recognitions highlight LVHNs commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day

Whether youre considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network Summary Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures

Directs and manages the care of designated patients Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served

Job Duties Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs. - Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics

Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable

Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.

Functions

as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals

Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery

Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: - Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns Additional precepting, as assigned. - Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members. - Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of accredited Nursing program. Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.

• Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty. Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies. Basic computer skills. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description

Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs

Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: 0730-1800 Monday- Friday with on call during the week and weekend/holiday rotation Department: 1004-09271 Cardiac Cath Lab - CC