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Average
$76,000
ANNUAL
$36.54
HOURLY
Entry Level
$59,640
ANNUAL
$28.67
HOURLY
Mid Level
$76,940
ANNUAL
$36.99
HOURLY
Expert Level
$98,680
ANNUAL
$47.44
HOURLY
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Job Titles
Entry Level
JOB TITLE
RN Intern
Mid Level
JOB TITLE
Specialty RN
Expert Level
JOB TITLE
Nursing Director
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Registered Nurses
Registered Nurses
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Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
02
Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
03
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
04
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
05
Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.
06
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
07
Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
08
Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
09
Perform administrative or managerial functions, such as taking responsibility for a unit's staff, budget, planning, or long-range goals.
10
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurses
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Medicine and Dentistry
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Coordination
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Service Orientation
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
Registered Nurses
Registered Nurse - Advanced Medical - Night
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: Full Time
3 West - Advanced Medical - Registered Nurse
+ 3 West - 30-bed unit; primary focus - advanced Medical/Surgical and stroke
+ Individualized orientation program with knowledgeable preceptors focuses on clinical skill development and enhancement of professional role within the Med-Surg environment.
+ Full time (72 hours biweekly)
+ Shift: 12-hour night (7pm-7am)
+ Every third weekend
+ Eligible for shift and weekend differential
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for implementing, directing and coordinating the care of patients through the use of the nursing process: assessment, planning implementation and evaluation. Included is recognition and treatment of the physical and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the specific unit.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Job Class Specifics
1. Demonstrates safe medication practice.
2. Maintains a professional image that reflects the employee's role in health care, with confidence and a positive impression.
3. Completes chart check to ensure no missed orders.
4. Accurately transcribes physician's orders.
5. Demonstrates therapeutic communication skills.
6. Demonstrates ability to assess patient education needs and use of patient education resources.
7. Demonstrates involvement in unit by attending 50% of staff/committee meetings and in-services for area.
8. Demonstrates leadership through the nursing process and supervision while maintaining accountability for treatment and patient outcomes.
9. Acts as a resource person regarding patient care, specialty area, orientation and teaching of staff.
10. Responds to delays in a calm manner. Apologizes for inconveniences and gives alternatives.
11. Analyzes assessment data, identifies priority problems and documents on Plan of Care in PCS for patients and families and significant others.
12. Uses effective problem-solving skills to plan patient care.
13. Identifies critical factors evidencing changes in patient condition and responds appropriately.
14. Completes and documents discharge assessment against plan of care goals.
15. Initiates and maintains Intravenous Therapy according to IV standards.
16. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
17. Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injury to self and others. Safely positions, transfers and transports patients.
18. Functions as a virtual nurse as assigned which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, discharges, education, documentation through a virtual platform and working collaboratively with the bedside nursing staff.
Department: Medical/Surgical
1. Completes accurate problem focus patient assessments and treatments.
2. Identifies abnormal clinical findings and responds appropriately.
3. Evaluates patient response to medications and treatments.
4. Performs peritoneal dialysis (only RNs assigned to renal, pediatrics, and oncology 3 East unit).
5. Accesses and deacceses med ports.
6. Administers chemotherapy agents.
7. Demonstrates appropriate procedure for the discard of chemotherapy agents and clean-up of spills.
8. Demonstrate the appropriate technique for bladder scanner.
9. Cares for the Bariatric patient.
10. Performs continuous bladder irrigation.
11. Performs intermittent hand bladder irrigation.
12. Cares for the postoperative orthopedic patient.
13. Cares for the neurological patient.
14. Cares for the patient receiving lidocaine infusion.
15. Cares for the postoperative neurological patient.
16. Cares for the neurovascular patient.
17. Cares for the acute renal failure patient.
18. Demonstrates appropriate care of the patient with a PCA or epidural pump.
19. Rounds with physicians.
20. Demonstrates appropriate pre/post operative patient management.
21. Utilizes appropriate fall prevention protocols.
22. Demonstrates understanding and application of pain management techniques.
23. Provides care to the pediatric/adolescent in accordance with age specific development (Videos and hands on demonstration are required to be viewed on orientation and reviewed yearly at skills day), including a medication exam.
24. POC demonstration in PCS (Attention to age specific documentation). This is audited with PE tools.
25. Completion of 8 hour Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) class.
Qualifications and Standards
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
- Evidence of participation in educational programs to update and maintain current knowledge and clinical skills.
Experience:
- Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required.
- Previous nursing experience in specialty area preferred.
- For Cath Lab, one year of acute carenursing experience (ED, Cath Lab, CCU, IMCU, Tele-Observation) preferred.
- For Cardiac Rehab, two years experience in Critical Care and/or Progressive Care required.
- For Cardiovascular Services, two years of experience reading cardiac monitors and be self directed in responding to abnormalities or cardiac arrests codes as a team member.
- For Device Clinic, at least one year of device management services required. Successful completion of EKG course required. At least two years of acute care nursing required (Tele-Observation, IMCU, CCU, Cath Lab, ED).
- For Emergency Department, at least one year of RN experience in ED or Critical Care required.
- For Family Birthing Services, a minimum of 1 year Labor and Delivery experience (within the last five years); For Family Birthing position posted as a trainee position, requirement of at least 1 year of experience as an RN with preferred areas of ICU, CCU, IMCU, EDor internal nurse intern upon successfully completing accredited nursing program. Experience requirement does not apply to an RN in the Family Birthing Services Fellowship Program (FBSFP)
- For Infusion Services, 6 months of infusion nursing experience required, and 6 months Midline and PICC experience required.
- For Wound Care Center, two years experience and expertise in the nursing process related to wound care required. Experience in advanced wound care initiatives preferred.
- For Outpatient Behavioral Health Services, two years experience in Behavioral/Psychiatric nursing is required. Previous experience in a Behavioral Health Outpatient setting preferred. Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training in accordance with Act31 of 2014 required. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Clearance and finger printing required.
- For Rapid Admission, requires one year acute care experience and successful completion of EKG course within six months of hire.
- For SDS / PACU, must have experience with, and be familiar with, reading cardiac monitors and be self directed in responding to abnormalities or cardiac arrest as a team member. Must have recent clinical experience with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and have the ability to lead a Code Blue in the absence of a higher level professional.
- For Medical Surgical (Renal, Oncology and Pediatrics), pediatric experience is preferred.
- For Level II NICU, a minimum of one year NICU experience (within the last five years); For Level II NICU position posted as a trainee position, requirement of at least 2 years of experience in: NICU Level 1, Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum, Nursery, PICU, ICU, ED, or CCU. Or, for Level II NICU position posted as a trainee position, requirement of a new graduate RN with (A) practicum/capstone in Labor and Delivery, Nursery, or NICU, or (B) experience as Tech/Aide in Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum Nursery, or NICU.
Certifications/Licensure:
- Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- Certification in specialty preferred.
- CPR certification required.
- ACLS required for Cardiovascular Services, CCU, Device Clinic, Emergency, IMCU, FBS, Tele Observation, PACU/SDS, or achieved within one year of start date.
- ACLS required for Cardiac Rehab or achieved within 3 months of hire/transfer.
- Proficiency in cardiac monitor interpretation, conscious sedation, and ACLS required for Cath Lab or achieved within 6 months of hire/transfer.
- ACLS required for Float Pool.
- PALS required for Emergency, PACU, and Pediatric trained staff within one year from start date.
- PALS and Conscious Sedation is required for SDS, or must be achieved within four months of hire/transfer.
- CNOR preferred for OR.
- CPAN/CAPA preferred for PACU/SDS.
- CRRN preferred for Rehabilitation Medicine.
- NRP required for Level II NICU.
- NRP and Fetal Monitoring Pathway required for Family Birthing Services within one year from start date.
- STABLE required for FBS, Level II NICU within 12 months from start date.
- PMH-BC preferred for BHS (IP and OP).
- Proficiency in cardiac monitor interpretation required for PACU/SDS, IMCU, Tele Observation, CCU, Cardiac Rehab, Cardiovascular Services, Cath Lab, and Emergency.
- Temporarily reassigned personnel will work in a limited scope of practice consistent with credentials and be surpervised by appropriately credentialed staff.
- WOCNCB or CWCN preferred for Wound Care Center.
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You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Registered Nurse - Tower 2 (Med/Surg & Cardiac/IMCU) - Part time
Location: York Hospital, York, PA
Schedule: Part Time
Part time/Nights
40 hours per pay period
7pm-7am
Every 3rd weekend & Holiday rotation
Tower 2 is a 60-bed mixed acuity, cardiac and telemetry unit. T2 specializes in the care of patients 18 years and older who are recovering from cardiac and vascular surgeries and interventions (post open-heart surgery, ventricular assist devices, vascular, and thoracic surgery) and cardiac medical patients, (post-interventional cardiology procedures, heart failure, and acute coronary syndrome) and patients requiring intermediate level of care.
General Summary
Provides professional nursing care at the beginner practitioner level in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. May require specialized skills depending on unit assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
+ Provides and coordinates direct care in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Synthesizes patient data to develop outcome-driven plans.
+ Safely and independently administers prescribed treatments, medications, and nursing interventions based on assessment and plan of care.
+ Appropriately organizes and prioritizes time based on patient condition and expected workload. Identifies changes in patients' status and acts accordingly. Knows and can activate resources to achieve outcomes for patients.
+ Seeks mentoring and coaching from the CN II & III.
+ Identifies and communicates individualized patient needs forsafe handoffs during transitions of care. Collaborates with patient/family in care planning with all disciplines.
+ Appropriately and correctly documents the patient response to interventions and progress toward outcomes. Identifies and documents variances. Appropriately utilizes flow sheets, progress notes, and/or electronic medical record for documentation. Is able to identify system and unit-based nursing sensitive indicators; i.e. falls, pressure ulcers.
+ Identifies own areas of professional growth and development in performance improvement efforts. Recognizes the value of evidence based research as it applies to best practice.
+ Promotes aprofessional practice environment that supports patient safety and quality through interdisciplinary collaboration, Shared Decision Making activities including peer review. Integrate Shared Decision Making by unit committee membership or by supporting and helping fellow co-workers attend committee meetings and/or work on SDM projectsServes as positive role model.
+ Begins to provide leadership for problem solving and goal formation. Negotiates for a win-win solution.
+ Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel in order to meet patient needs. Helps assistive personnel organize and set priorities for work. Monitors completion of tasks that are assigned or delegated to the patient care team.
+ Promotes collaboration and cooperation among physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Contributes to effective communications among all team members. Begins to display conflict resolution and negotiation skills to maximize team performance.
+ Virtual Nursing.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
+ In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required. - Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice: - Emergency Care Center - ACLS, PALS - Intensive Care Center & MSCC Lead - ACLS, PALS - L&D - ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experience - NICU - NRP - PEDS - PALS - PCC/PACU/ENDO - ACLS, PALS - Procedural - ACLS
Common Expectations:
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains Adheres to established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
+ Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date knowledge, skills, and competencies.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Required for All Jobs:
+ Performs other related duties as identified.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Physical Demands:
+ Standing - Frequently
+ Walking - Frequently
+ Sitting - Occasionally
+ Carrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)
+ Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)
+ Kneeling/Crouching - Occasionally
+ Reaching - Occasionally
+ Talking - Frequently
+ Hearing - Frequently
+ Repetitive Motions - Occasionally
+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally
Working Environment:
+ Occupational Hazards - Occasionally
+ Bloodborne Pathogen - Exposure
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Diploma Program Required or
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Work Experience:
+ No experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Licensed Practical Nurse - Behavioral Health Administration - Days
Location: WellSpan Medical Group, Lancaster, PA
Schedule: Part Time
PRN as needed
Days
General Summary
Provides nursing care to patients at an advanced level of practice. Takes patient vital signs, assists with procedures/examinations, administers medications, assists patient with activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, etc.) and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care.
+ Under appropriate supervision, administers and controls narcotics and medications.
+ Provides general nursing care and personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, changing bed linens and bed pans and positioning.
+ Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.
+ Helps patients get into and out of chairs, lifts patients, raises patients in beds, and turns the patients.
+ Checks patient's vital signs.
+ Charts results of various tests.
+ Monitors medical condition of patients and reports changes to appropriate personnel.
+ Prepares patients for scheduled procedures to assist in patient assessment.
+ Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
+ Arranges for patients' ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services.
+ Provides health care instruction/education to patient and family members.
+ Ensures accurate maintenance of patients' medical records and that patient records are treated as confidential information.
+ Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties.
+ Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
Minimum Education:
+ Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training Required
Work Experience:
+ 1 year Relevant experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Courses and Training:
+ Completion of accredited LPN program. Upon Hire Required and
+ Rhythm recognition course per unit of assignment. Upon Hire Required and
+ ACLS/PALS certification, as required. Upon Hire Required
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Forensic Nurse Examiner-RN - prn
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
General Summary
Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
+ Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the "forensic medical examination" under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
+ Provides courtroom testimony when required.
+ Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.
+ Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
+ In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center - ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead - ACLS, PALSL&D - ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU - NRPPEDS - PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO - ACLS, PALSProcedural - ACLS
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient
+ population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides
+ direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as
+ well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
+ standards.
+ Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date
+ knowledge, skills, and competencies.
+ Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement
+ and innovation.
+ Performs other related duties as identified.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
+ 2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred and
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
+ Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Forensic Nurse Examiner-RN - prn
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
General Summary
Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
+ Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the "forensic medical examination" under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
+ Provides courtroom testimony when required.
+ Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.
+ Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
+ In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center - ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead - ACLS, PALSL&D - ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU - NRPPEDS - PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO - ACLS, PALSProcedural - ACLS
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient
+ population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides
+ direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as
+ well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
+ standards.
+ Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date
+ knowledge, skills, and competencies.
+ Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement
+ and innovation.
+ Performs other related duties as identified.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
+ 2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred and
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
+ Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Registered Nurse - Progress Care IMCU - Nights
Location: Ephrata Community Hospital, Ephrata, PA
Schedule: Full Time
Full-time Night Shift
72 hours bi-weekly
7pm to 7am
Every 3rd weekend
Rotating holidays
Night and weekend differential
Wellspan Ephrata's Progressive Care Unit is a 9-bed unit providing care to patients requiring medical and surgical progressive care. Our patient population consists of patients with acute lung disease processes requiring BiPAP; those with atrial arrythmias needing IV anti-arrhythmic medications; DKA patients on insulin drips; post VATS patients needing chest tube management; alcohol withdraw patients on Precedex drips; and post PCI patients. Our PCU team is a close-knit, cohesive team who are passionately committed to promoting a positive work environment and providing excellent care to our community!
General Summary
Provides professional nursing care at the beginner practitioner level in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. May require specialized skills depending on unit assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities
+ Provides and coordinates direct care in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Synthesizes patient data to develop outcome-driven plans.
+ Safely and independently administers prescribed treatments, medications, and nursing interventions based on assessment and plan of care.
+ Appropriately organizes and prioritizes time based on patient condition and expected workload. Identifies changes in patients' status and acts accordingly. Knows and can activate resources to achieve outcomes for patients.
+ Seeks mentoring and coaching from the CN II & III.
+ Identifies and communicates individualized patient needs for safe handoffs during transitions of care. Collaborates with patient/family in care planning with all disciplines.
+ Appropriately and correctly documents the patient response to interventions and progress toward outcomes. Identifies and documents variances. Appropriately utilizes flow sheets, progress notes, and/or electronic medical record for documentation. Is able to identify system and unit-based nursing sensitive indicators; i.e. falls, pressure ulcers.
+ Identifies own areas of professional growth and development in performance improvement efforts. Recognizes the value of evidence based research as it applies to best practice.
+ Promotes a professional practice environment that supports patient safety and quality through interdisciplinary collaboration, Shared Decision Making activities including peer review. Integrate Shared Decision Making by unit committee membership or by supporting and helping fellow co-workers attend committee meetings and/or work on SDM projects. Serves as positive role model.
+ Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel in order to meet patient needs. Helps assistive personnel organize and set priorities for work. Monitors completion of tasks that are assigned or delegated to the patient care team.
+ Promotes collaboration and cooperation among physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Contributes to effective communications among all team members. Begins to display conflict resolution and negotiation skills to maximize team performance.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Diploma Program Required or
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Work Experience:
+ Progress Care IMCU RN experience preferred
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
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At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
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Full Time
Licensed Practical Nurse - MG Fam Pract - York - Chanceford
Location: WellSpan Medical Group, Brogue, PA
Schedule: Full Time
Schedule
Monday - Friday
days/evening hours
sign-on bonus eligible
General Summary
Performs screening to determine appropriate avenue for care of 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.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
+ Obtains patient history and gathers information.
+ Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered and aligned with the Ambulatory Clinical Scope Document, such as, urinary catheterization, and insertion of intravenous lines (IV) with an approved IV certification training.
+ Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies and medications.
+ Sterilizes instruments, equipment, and supplies as required, when applicable. Handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately. Assesses sterility of instruments, ensures they are intact, and supplies are set-up.
+ Relays information and facilitates communication between the provider and the patient concerning patient.
+ In collaboration with Physician/APP, reinforces health education, counseling, and advice to patients and families on topics such as healthy lifestyle changes. Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, and uses various educational tools to encourage the non-adherent patient.
+ Evaluates patient's/caller's health status based upon presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols. Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most appropriate level of care. Should access not be readily available at the practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable alternative venue of care. Seeks Physician/APP advice appropriately.
+ Tracks, reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to ensure the physician/APP have verified results and patient has been notified. Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review, and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.e., INR results in Anticoagulation Clinic) under the collaboration of the Physician/APP. Assists in the management of patient care between visits.
+ Assists in the management of patient utilization of health care system and provides patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.
+ Completes necessary paperwork, prior authorizations and/or scheduling of appointments for patients who are ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services.
+ Maintains patient records to ensure accurate documentation of the patient's medical treatment.
+ Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.
+ Documents and processes prescription requests and refills per Physician/APP order and or policy.
+ FOR HBO (Hyperbaric Oxygen) Wound Care:
+ For HBO: If requested, will take a 40-hour face to face Introductory Course for Hyperbaric Medicine (recognized by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical For HBO: Society) to assist with hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment as indicated. May monitor hyperbaric dives as requested after completion of required competencies.
+ For HBO: Performs the following testing and treatments: transcutaneous oxygen monitoring testing as ordered and per appropriate policies and procedures; blood glucose monitoring as ordered and indicated by patient diagnosis; and hyperbaric treatments per the patient's treatment plan. Monitors patient during hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
+ For HBO: Educates patient and/or patient's family as to the benefits, risks, contraindications, and safety issues of hyperbaric oxygen therapy prior to treatment.
+ For HBO: Evaluates the patient outcome and meets with the manager and the hyperbaric physician to discuss patient treatment and adjust treatment as necessary.
+ For HBO: Provides assistance in Wound Center operating only within their current clinical licensing scope of practice.
Common Expectations:
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff by complying with all applicable safety regulations.
+ Comprehends the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to the reduction of errors through the reporting of actual or potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions.
+ Identifies opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety.
+ Participates in safety education programs and their root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
+ Maintains the cleanliness of work areas as required.
+ Maintains professional growth and development, including licensure, required certifications, and mandatory child reporting education.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
+ Provides age-appropriate education and nursing care.
+ Attends meetings as required.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Diploma Program Certificate of completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN program. Required or
+ Associates Degree Certificate of completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN program. Required
Work Experience:
+ 1 year Clinical nursing experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required or
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.
+ Models teamwork.
+ Self-motivated and dependable.
+ Able to work independently.
+ Advanced skills and good communication.
Benefits Offered:
+ Comprehensive health benefits
+ Flexible spending and health savings accounts
+ Retirement savings plan
+ Paid time off (PTO)
+ Short-term disability
+ Education assistance
+ Financial education and support, including DailyPay
+ Wellness and Wellbeing programs
+ Caregiver support via Wellthy
+ Childcare referral service via Wellthy
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At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
PRN Registered Nurse - Emergency Dept - Day/Evening/Night
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
Emergency Department
+ 30-bed Emergency Care Unit
+ Rapid paced, high acuity unit with 155 visits per day; >55,000 annual visits
+ ACLS, PALS, and EKG provided
+ An orientation program facilitated by a Clinical Educator, focused on Emergency Nursing especially for the novice nurse
+ Emergency Nursing Association (ENA) orientation curriculum offered (online)
+ PRN - will need to work a min of 24 hours off shift per 6-week schedule
+ 12-hour day/evening/night
+ Weekend and Holiday as needed
+ Shift and Weekend Differential Eligibility
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for implementing, directing and coordinating the care of patients through the use of the nursing process: assessment, planning implementation and evaluation. Included is recognition and treatment of the physical and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the specific unit.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Job Class Specifics
1. Demonstrates safe medication practice.
2. Maintains a professional image that reflects the employee's role in health care, with confidence and a positive impression.
3. Completes chart check to ensure no missed orders.
4. Accurately transcribes physician's orders.
5. Demonstrates therapeutic communication skills.
6. Demonstrates ability to assess patient education needs and use of patient education resources.
7. Demonstrates involvement in unit by attending 50% of staff/committee meetings and in-services for area.
8. Demonstrates leadership through the nursing process and supervision while maintaining accountability for treatment and patient outcomes.
9. Acts as a resource person regarding patient care, specialty area, orientation and teaching of staff.
10. Responds to delays in a calm manner. Apologizes for inconveniences and gives alternatives.
11. Analyzes assessment data, identifies priority problems and documents on Plan of Care in PCS for patients and families and significant others.
12. Uses effective problem-solving skills to plan patient care.
13. Identifies critical factors evidencing changes in patient condition and responds appropriately.
14. Completes and documents discharge assessment against plan of care goals.
15. Initiates and maintains Intravenous Therapy according to IV standards.
16. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
17. Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injury to self and others. Safely positions, transfers and transports patients.
18. Functions as a virtual nurse as assigned which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, discharges, education, documentation through a virtual platform and working collaboratively with the bedside nursing staff.
Department: Emergency Department
1. Completes accurate initial triage to ESI and department standards.
2. Performs thorough and accurate chief complaint specific assessments on all age groups.
3. Assesses and identifies patients for indications of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse and initiates appropriate follow-up.
4. Implements advanced emergency skills to ED patients.
5. Collaboratively coordinates with other departments and disciplines in order to meet patient's needs.
6. Achieves credentialing in conscious sedation annually and demonstrates appropriate clinical performance as evidenced by successful observation and chart review.
7. Attends annual skills day for all other unit specific competencies and reviews.
8. Early identification and expedient processing of AMI patients to cath lab to meet benchmark door to balloon times.
9. Demonstrates appropriate technique of accessing, maintaining, and de-accessing indwelling ports.
10. Accurately completes and transmits 12 lead EKG's.
11. Able to demonstrate proper set up and verbalize proper nursing care during and after insertion of chest tube.
12. Demonstrates proficient phlebotomy skills on all age groups and follows procedures for patient identification and specimen labeling.
13. Demonstrates proper use of Lifepak in all functions.
14. Properly identifies patients by chief complaint and initiates department protocols in collaboration with ED Physician.
15. Demonstrates proper application of restraints in the ED setting and completes required documentation timely and accurately.
16. Documentation thorough and complete as evidenced by random chart audits.
Qualifications and Standards
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
- Evidence of participation in educational programs to update and maintain current knowledge and clinical skills.
Experience:
- Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required.
- Previous nursing experience in specialty area preferred.
- For Cath Lab, one year of acute carenursing experience (ED, Cath Lab, CCU, IMCU, Tele-Observation) preferred.
- For Cardiac Rehab, two years experience in Critical Care and/or Progressive Care required.
- For Cardiovascular Services, two years of experience reading cardiac monitors and be self directed in responding to abnormalities or cardiac arrests codes as a team member.
- For Device Clinic, at least one year of device management services required. Successful completion of EKG course required. At least two years of acute care nursing required (Tele-Observation, IMCU, CCU, Cath Lab, ED).
- For Emergency Department, at least one year of RN experience in ED or Critical Care required.
- For Family Birthing Services, a minimum of 1 year Labor and Delivery experience (within the last five years); For Family Birthing position posted as a trainee position, requirement of at least 1 year of experience as an RN with preferred areas of ICU, CCU, IMCU, EDor internal nurse intern upon successfully completing accredited nursing program. Experience requirement does not apply to an RN in the Family Birthing Services Fellowship Program (FBSFP)
- For Infusion Services, 6 months of infusion nursing experience required, and 6 months Midline and PICC experience required.
- For Wound Care Center, two years experience and expertise in the nursing process related to wound care required. Experience in advanced wound care initiatives preferred.
- For Outpatient Behavioral Health Services, two years experience in Behavioral/Psychiatric nursing is required. Previous experience in a Behavioral Health Outpatient setting preferred. Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training in accordance with Act31 of 2014 required. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Clearance and finger printing required.
- For Rapid Admission, requires one year acute care experience and successful completion of EKG course within six months of hire.
- For SDS / PACU, must have experience with, and be familiar with, reading cardiac monitors and be self directed in responding to abnormalities or cardiac arrest as a team member. Must have recent clinical experience with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and have the ability to lead a Code Blue in the absence of a higher level professional.
- For Medical Surgical (Renal, Oncology and Pediatrics), pediatric experience is preferred.
- For Level II NICU, a minimum of one year NICU experience (within the last five years); For Level II NICU position posted as a trainee position, requirement of at least 2 years of experience in: NICU Level 1, Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum, Nursery, PICU, ICU, ED, or CCU. Or, for Level II NICU position posted as a trainee position, requirement of a new graduate RN with (A) practicum/capstone in Labor and Delivery, Nursery, or NICU, or (B) experience as Tech/Aide in Labor and Delivery, Post-Partum Nursery, or NICU.
Certifications/Licensure:
- Eligible for or currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- Certification in specialty preferred.
- CPR certification required.
- ACLS required for Cardiovascular Services, CCU, Device Clinic, Emergency, IMCU, FBS, Tele Observation, PACU/SDS, or achieved within one year of start date.
- ACLS required for Cardiac Rehab or achieved within 3 months of hire/transfer.
- Proficiency in cardiac monitor interpretation, conscious sedation, and ACLS required for Cath Lab or achieved within 6 months of hire/transfer.
- ACLS required for Float Pool.
- PALS required for Emergency, PACU, and Pediatric trained staff within one year from start date.
- PALS and Conscious Sedation is required for SDS, or must be achieved within four months of hire/transfer.
- CNOR preferred for OR.
- CPAN/CAPA preferred for PACU/SDS.
- CRRN preferred for Rehabilitation Medicine.
- NRP required for Level II NICU.
- NRP and Fetal Monitoring Pathway required for Family Birthing Services within one year from start date.
- STABLE required for FBS, Level II NICU within 12 months from start date.
- PMH-BC preferred for BHS (IP and OP).
- Proficiency in cardiac monitor interpretation required for PACU/SDS, IMCU, Tele Observation, CCU, Cardiac Rehab, Cardiovascular Services, Cath Lab, and Emergency.
- Temporarily reassigned personnel will work in a limited scope of practice consistent with credentials and be surpervised by appropriately credentialed staff.
- WOCNCB or CWCN preferred for Wound Care Center.
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At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Forensic Nurse Examiner-RN - prn
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
General Summary
Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
+ Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the "forensic medical examination" under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
+ Provides courtroom testimony when required.
+ Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.
+ Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
+ In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center - ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead - ACLS, PALSL&D - ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU - NRPPEDS - PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO - ACLS, PALSProcedural - ACLS
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient
+ population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides
+ direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as
+ well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
+ standards.
+ Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date
+ knowledge, skills, and competencies.
+ Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement
+ and innovation.
+ Performs other related duties as identified.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
+ 2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred and
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
+ Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Full Time
Forensic Nurse Examiner-RN - prn
Location: Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA
Schedule: PRN/Per Diem
General Summary
Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
+ Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the "forensic medical examination" under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
+ Provides courtroom testimony when required.
+ Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.
+ Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.
+ Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
+ In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center - ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead - ACLS, PALSL&D - ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU - NRPPEDS - PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO - ACLS, PALSProcedural - ACLS
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient
+ population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides
+ direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
+ Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as
+ well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
+ Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
+ standards.
+ Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date
+ knowledge, skills, and competencies.
+ Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.
+ Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement
+ and innovation.
+ Performs other related duties as identified.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
+ WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
+ Associates Degree Required
+ Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
+ 2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required
Licenses:
+ Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
+ Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
+ Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required and
+ Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred and
+ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
+ Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred
Apply Now
You’re unique and you belong here.
At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.
WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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