Weekend Overnight On Call Visit Nurse

St. Luke's Health Network, Inc.

Sellersville, PA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Part-time

SKILLS

Community and Social Services, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Driver's License, Employee Orientation, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Home Care, Hospice Care, Insurance, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, On Call, Patient Assessment, Physical Demands, Program Evaluation, Regulations, Treatment Plan, Triage Nursing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Sellersville, PA

POSTED

26 days ago

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The After Hours Visit Nurse is responsible for making after-hours visits to home health and hospice patients. Works collaboratively with the answering service and the After Hours Triage Nurse to meet the after-hours needs of all home health and home-based hospice patients. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses patients and performs nursing interventions in accordance to the patient’s plan of care and agency policy, procedures and standards.Communicates with the patient’s physician and members of the multidisciplinary team both orally and in writing as required by the patient’s condition and agency policy.Maintains and uses patient clinical records, reports and other written communications according to agency policy and directives.Records reflect contact with physicians and other team members as needed. Documentation is completed per agency guidelines.Participates in the development and operation of the agency by: Keeping administration informed on changing community needs and lack of community resources; Participating in the orientation and guidance of new staff; Interpreting agency service to families and community groups; Contributing to evaluation of service programs; Evaluating effectiveness of his/her own service and contributing to the evaluation.Demonstrates efficient time utilization in the home, in the office, and in preparation for and travel to and from the visit.Performs skills independently according to agency procedures. Researches and/or obtains needed information prior to the visit.Assumes personal responsibility to keep informed of current changes and trends affecting nursing care and professional nursing functions.Uses own transportation to provide services: Must have and maintain valid PA or NJ Driver’s License; Must have and maintain a good driving record accepted by the Network insurance carrier; Must have and maintain motor vehicle insurance with the minimum requirements established by PA or NJ; Must obey and adhere to all motor vehicle regulations and laws while operating vehicle; Must perform routine maintenance on vehicle. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Physical Demands: Heavy WorkExertional activity: Occasionally lift and/or carry 100 lbs. Frequently lift and/or carry 50 lbs. Stand and/or walk at least 6 hours in an 8-hour work day.Non-exertional activity: Stooping (bending at the waist) and crouching (stooping and bending at the knees) –required frequently; Handling (grasping) – required frequently; Fingering (fine manipulation) – required only occasionally.Important: The functional capacity to perform heavy work includes the functional capacity to perform medium, light and sedentary work. EDUCATION: A graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and possess a current active license to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. BSN preferred. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years as a professional nurse in nursing practice or previous community health experience as a professional nurse preferred.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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St. Luke's Health Network, Inc.

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