Registered Nurse (RN) Admissions Nurse Weekend Days - Home Care $15,000 Sign on Bonus

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 LV HOME CARE AND HOSPICE REGISTERED NURSE (RN) ADMISSIONS NURSE - WEEKEND DAYS - HOME CARE $15,000 SIGN ON BONUS, APPLY TODAY! Summary Responsible for determining the appropriate level of care for the patient as well as skilled need for services ordered based on Conditions of Participation

Performs initial and follow up assessments, completes data collection as per CMS regulation, and formulates an individualized plan of care according to physician orders that incorporates the analysis of assessment data and current scientific findings

Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, protocols using a patient/family centered approach, and provides patient/caregiver education aimed at achieving patient goals/outcomes

Job Duties Performs comprehensive subjective and objective initial and follow up assessments of patients status that includes physical, psychological and environmental parameters

Responsible for completing the data collection as per CMS regulation and initial assessment with a high level of accuracy that reflects quality outcomes measures

Formulates an individualized plan of care according to physician orders and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team that incorporates the analysis of assessment data and current scientific findings

Relays significant changes in patient status to the physician and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in a time period consistent with patient needs

Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician, interdisciplinary team, and protocols using a patient family centered approach

Provides educational opportunities for patients, families, and clinical staff focusing on end-of-life issues, palliative care, advance directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning

Promotes patient/caregiver autonomy Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and modifies education based on patient needs and goals Collaborates with the physician and the interdisciplinary team

Determines the appropriate level of care for the patient as well as skilled need for services ordered based on Conditions of Participation Relays significant changes in patient status to the physician and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in a time period consistent with patient needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Specialized Diploma NLN approved/accredited nursing program 1 year recent experience providing direct care in a healthcare setting Knowledge of patient education techniques and principles Ability to take initiative and function independently without direct supervision and as a member of the care team Ability to travel to patient care assignments Knowledge of Conditions of Participation Knowledge of and skill in completing regulatory data set collection with a high level of accuracy Ability to facilitate difficult and complex communication related to goals of care Highly skilled in verbal and non-verbal communication Exhibit excellent time management and organization skills BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Within 30 Days and RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire and DL - Drivers License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or DL - Drivers License_NJ - State of New Jersey Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications Associate’s Degree Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree Nursing 1 year experience as a home health or hospice Registered Nurse Knowledge and ability to navigate multiple computer applications and EMR platforms AMB-BC- Ambulatory Care Nursing-Board Certified - American Nurses Credentialing Center within 3 Years or CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse - Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association within 3 Years 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 patients 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

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Work Shift: Weekend Shift Address: 175 E Brown St Primary Location: East Stroudsburg- 175 Brown Street Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Sat, Sun, Mon 8 AM - 8:30 PM; 48 out of 52 weekends Department: 1004-09800 Home Care Pocono