Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurology
Temple University Hospital - Episcopal Campus
Philadelphia, PA

RN-Staff Nurse Neurology

Grade: N03 (Union rates based on years of experience) Summary: The RN-Staff/Clinical Nurse, in the Lewis Katz School of Medicine's Department of Neurology, will assist in delivering high-quality, efficient medical care to an adult patient population in the ALS-Neuromuscular Program in an outpatient setting. The incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day activities surrounding clinical research studies and ensure compliance with federal, state and university regulations. Essential Functions: Responsibilities include: providing and/or coordinating timely direct and indirect patient care services in a multidisciplinary setting; conducting comprehensive nursing assessments; obtaining patient history and vital signs; administering injections, blood draws, IVs and medications; maintaining records of vital statistics, and other pertinent patient data in the EMR system; appropriately fielding/triaging patient telephone calls regarding medication changes, clinical status, prescription renewals, changes in condition etc.; providing individual assistance to patients, families and caregivers to help identify and overcome barriers which may hinder quality medical patient care; educating and counseling patients and families; keeping assigned patient logs up to date including infusions; and obtaining required pre-cert or prior authorization to assure the timely approvals of patients complex treatments and drugs. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate with the RN-Clinical Research Nurse to facilitate the recruitment, screening and enrollment of patients for clinical trials. Performs other duties as assigned. Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary. Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement. You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity. Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future. Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally. For example, you can earn your bachelor's degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development's academies. Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region. Click here to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Required Education & Experience: Professional licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of PA. Required Skills and Abilities: * Demonstrated a high degree of professionalism and nursing competence. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Demonstrated ability to use an electronic medical record system. * Proven organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail. * Ability to operate all standard office equipment and software including MS Office. Preferred: * Bachelor's degree in Nursing. * Experience working with patients with neurological or related disorders. This position requires a background check. This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service. This is a grant-funded position. Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Click here. You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.