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<body><h3>REGISTERED NURSE RN - HOME HEALTH</h3><br/><p>Job Summary

The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families.

Essential Job Functions

* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
* Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following Home Health and Hospice and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
* Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and controlled substance regulations.
* Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/caregivers to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating action, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
* Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Specialty Job Functions

* Hospice Role to understand the Hospice philosophy and perform care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient
* Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and comply with regulatory conditions of participation
* Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtain the informed consent prior to the initiation of services
* Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and family
* Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life
* Educate patient and caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life including palliative care measures
* Mental health role- in conjunction with the physician, implement mental health concepts and psychiatric using principles in the plan of care
* Provide supportive psychotherapy
* Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources
* Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician
* Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health problems as a secondary diagnosis
* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Six (6) months medical/surgical experience
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* RN's with one (1) year experience in medical/surgical nursing or other healthcare related field; IV and phlebotomy training; certification in an applicable area; Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. For Hospice- prior Hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
* Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire).

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance.
* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

X

Extreme Cold

X

Heights

X

Confined Spaces

X

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Use of Vibrating Tools

X

Operates Vehicle

X

Operates Heavy Equipment

X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

X

X

X

Rotates All Shifts

X

X

8 Hours Shifts

X

X

10-12 Hours Shifts

X

X

On-Call

X

X

Overtime (+8/hrs./shift; 40/hrs./wk.)

X

X

Travel Between Sites

X

Direct Patient Care

X

X

Respirator Protective Equipment

X

X

Eye Protection

X

X

Head Protection (hard hat)

X

Hearing Protection

X

Hand Protection

X

X

Feet, Toe Protection

X

Body Protection

X

X

Latex Exposure

X

X

Solvent Exposure

X

Paint (direct use) Exposure

X

Dust (sanding) Exposure

X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

X

X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Mist Exposure

X

Wax Stripper (direct use)

X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Laser Exposure

X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Walking

X

X

Climbing Stairs

X

X

Climbing Ladders

X

Standing

X

X

Kneeling

X

X

Squatting (Crouching)

X

X

Twisting/Turning

X

X

Keyboard/Computer Operation

X

X

Gross Grasp

X

X

Fine Finger Manipulation

X

X

Hand/Arm Coordination

X

X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

X

10#

50#

Carry

X

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

X

X

Seeing Near w/Acuity

X

X

Feeling (Sensation)

X

X

Color Vision

X

X

Hearing Clearly

X

X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

X

X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

X

X

Reaching Forward

X

X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

X

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

X

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

X

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

X

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required

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REGISTERED NURSE RN - HOME HEALTHJob Summary The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families. Essential Job Functions * Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies. * Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following Home Health and Hospice and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. * Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and controlled substance regulations. * Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/caregivers to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating action, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results * Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed Specialty Job Functions * Hospice Role to understand the Hospice philosophy and perform care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient * Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and comply with regulatory conditions of participation * Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtain the informed consent prior to the initiation of services * Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and family * Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life * Educate patient and caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life including palliative care measures * Mental health role- in conjunction with the physician, implement mental health concepts and psychiatric using principles in the plan of care * Provide supportive psychotherapy * Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources * Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician * Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health problems as a secondary diagnosis * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Six (6) months medical/surgical experience * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. * RN's with one (1) year experience in medical/surgical nursing or other healthcare related field; IV and phlebotomy training; certification in an applicable area; Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. For Hospice- prior Hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 FBI Clearance * Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire). Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance. * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X X X Rotates All Shifts X X 8 Hours Shifts X X 10-12 Hours Shifts X X On-Call X X Overtime (+8/hrs./shift; 40/hrs./wk.) X X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care X X Respirator Protective Equipment X X Eye Protection X X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X X Latex Exposure X X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X X Sitting X X Walking X X Climbing Stairs X X Climbing Ladders X Standing X X Kneeling X X Squatting (Crouching) X X Twisting/Turning X X Keyboard/Computer Operation X X Gross Grasp X X Fine Finger Manipulation X X Hand/Arm Coordination X X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X 10# 50# Carry X 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X X Seeing Near w/Acuity X X Feeling (Sensation) X X Color Vision X X Hearing Clearly X X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X X Reaching Forward X X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required 

<body><h3>NURSE PRACTITIONER IV FULL TIME-CARDIOLOGY</h3><br/><p>Essential Job Functions

* Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient.
* Identifies normal and abnormal findings.
* Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed.
* Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments.
* Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules.
* Seeks appropriate consultation.
* Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.
* Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter.
* Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter.
* Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated.
* Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.
* Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.
* Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
* Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
* Delegates patient care appropriately.
* Maintains accountability for actions taken.
* Effectively functions as a resource person.
* Acts as a patient advocate.
* Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students.
* Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs.
* Completes all competency requirements annually.
* Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.
* Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
* Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
* Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.
* Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies.
* Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's.
* Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.
* Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.
* Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required.
* Participates in on-call, weekend coverage, and first assist responsibilities as required.

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NURSE PRACTITIONER IV FULL TIME-CARDIOLOGYEssential Job Functions * Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient. * Identifies normal and abnormal findings. * Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed. * Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments. * Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules. * Seeks appropriate consultation. * Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care. * Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter. * Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter. * Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated. * Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information. * Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation. * Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse. * Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate. * Delegates patient care appropriately. * Maintains accountability for actions taken. * Effectively functions as a resource person. * Acts as a patient advocate. * Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students. * Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs. * Completes all competency requirements annually. * Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies. * Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections. * Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care. * Practices all National Patient Safety Goals. * Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies. * Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's. * Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system. * Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies. * Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required. * Participates in on-call, weekend coverage, and first assist responsibilities as required. 

<body><h3>REGISTERED NURSE RN -HOME HEALTH</h3><br/><p>The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families.

Essential Job Functions

* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient/caregiver to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as indicated.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by the Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Specialty Job Functions

* Hospice Role: Understand the Hospice philosophy and performs care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient.
* Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and complies with regulatory conditions of participation.
* Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life.
* Educate patients / caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life, including palliative care measures.
* Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and their family.
* Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtains the informed consent prior to the initiation of services.
* Mental Health Role - In conjunction with the physician, implements mental health concepts and psychiatric nursing principles in the plan of care.
* Provide supportive psychotherapy.
* Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources.
* Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician.
* Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health issues as a secondary diagnosis.
* Provide overall guidance to Agency staff and managers related to day-to-day operations and long-term use of laptop computers.
* Ensure the process includes education about safely and effectively using medication, pain and pain management.
* Acquire and distribute educational resources to Agency staff.
* Complete medical conditions reports and forwards to physician for signature.
* Complete non-medical nursing visits for private duty division as required (i.e. medication pre-fills).
* Complete care plans for Options consumers for Westmoreland County area of aging, consumers of the Veteran's Administration H/HHA program and Community Health Choice participants.
* Complete assessments for private duty consumers and completes all associated documentation as requested.
* Function as a liaison between consumers and participants, families, physician, allied health personnel.
* Supervises Direct Care Partners as requests to assure performance of quality care and adherence to care plans and services delivery plans. Documents supervisor visits per regulatory guidelines.
* Provide guidance and training for Direct Care Partners as needed.
* Interpret extent and limitations of services available from the Private Duty Division of the agency.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the postpartum patient and newborn for early detection and intervention of complications.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the newborn and child's physical and emotional development, adjustment, and / or abnormalities and reports to the physician.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Provides prenatal nursing services, which includes instruction, assessment and monitoring of the physical and emotional status of the patient with a high-risk pregnancy for early detection.
* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.

Preferred Qualifications

* One (1) to two (2) years' RN experience
* One (1) to two (2) year's prior hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification
* Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
* Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire).

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance.
* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

X

Extreme Cold

X

Heights

X

Confined Spaces

X

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Use of Vibrating Tools

X

Operates Vehicle

X

Operates Heavy Equipment

X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

X

X

X

Rotates All Shifts

X

X

8 Hours Shifts

X

X

10-12 Hours Shifts

X

X

On-Call

X

X

Overtime (+8/hrs./shift; 40/hrs./wk.)

X

X

Travel Between Sites

X

Direct Patient Care

X

X

Respirator Protective Equipment

X

X

Eye Protection

X

X

Head Protection (hard hat)

X

Hearing Protection

X

Hand Protection

X

X

Feet, Toe Protection

X

Body Protection

X

X

Latex Exposure

X

X

Solvent Exposure

X

Paint (direct use) Exposure

X

Dust (sanding) Exposure

X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

X

X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Mist Exposure

X

Wax Stripper (direct use)

X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Laser Exposure

X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Walking

X

X

Climbing Stairs

X

X

Climbing Ladders

X

Standing

X

X

Kneeling

X

X

Squatting (Crouching)

X

X

Twisting/Turning

X

X

Keyboard/Computer Operation

X

X

Gross Grasp

X

X

Fine Finger Manipulation

X

X

Hand/Arm Coordination

X

X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

X

10#

50#

Carry

X

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

X

X

Seeing Near w/Acuity

X

X

Feeling (Sensation)

X

X

Color Vision

X

X

Hearing Clearly

X

X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

X

X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

X

X

Reaching Forward

X

X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

X

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

X

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

X

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

X

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required

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REGISTERED NURSE RN -HOME HEALTHThe RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families. Essential Job Functions * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers. * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient/caregiver to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as indicated. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. * Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by the Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies. * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods. * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Specialty Job Functions * Hospice Role: Understand the Hospice philosophy and performs care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient. * Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and complies with regulatory conditions of participation. * Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life. * Educate patients / caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life, including palliative care measures. * Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and their family. * Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtains the informed consent prior to the initiation of services. * Mental Health Role - In conjunction with the physician, implements mental health concepts and psychiatric nursing principles in the plan of care. * Provide supportive psychotherapy. * Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources. * Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician. * Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health issues as a secondary diagnosis. * Provide overall guidance to Agency staff and managers related to day-to-day operations and long-term use of laptop computers. * Ensure the process includes education about safely and effectively using medication, pain and pain management. * Acquire and distribute educational resources to Agency staff. * Complete medical conditions reports and forwards to physician for signature. * Complete non-medical nursing visits for private duty division as required (i.e. medication pre-fills). * Complete care plans for Options consumers for Westmoreland County area of aging, consumers of the Veteran's Administration H/HHA program and Community Health Choice participants. * Complete assessments for private duty consumers and completes all associated documentation as requested. * Function as a liaison between consumers and participants, families, physician, allied health personnel. * Supervises Direct Care Partners as requests to assure performance of quality care and adherence to care plans and services delivery plans. Documents supervisor visits per regulatory guidelines. * Provide guidance and training for Direct Care Partners as needed. * Interpret extent and limitations of services available from the Private Duty Division of the agency. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the postpartum patient and newborn for early detection and intervention of complications. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the newborn and child's physical and emotional development, adjustment, and / or abnormalities and reports to the physician. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Provides prenatal nursing services, which includes instruction, assessment and monitoring of the physical and emotional status of the patient with a high-risk pregnancy for early detection. * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. Preferred Qualifications * One (1) to two (2) years' RN experience * One (1) to two (2) year's prior hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification * Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 FBI Clearance * Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire). Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance. * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X X X Rotates All Shifts X X 8 Hours Shifts X X 10-12 Hours Shifts X X On-Call X X Overtime (+8/hrs./shift; 40/hrs./wk.) X X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care X X Respirator Protective Equipment X X Eye Protection X X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X X Latex Exposure X X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X X Sitting X X Walking X X Climbing Stairs X X Climbing Ladders X Standing X X Kneeling X X Squatting (Crouching) X X Twisting/Turning X X Keyboard/Computer Operation X X Gross Grasp X X Fine Finger Manipulation X X Hand/Arm Coordination X X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X 10# 50# Carry X 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X X Seeing Near w/Acuity X X Feeling (Sensation) X X Color Vision X X Hearing Clearly X X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X X Reaching Forward X X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required 

<body><h3>REGISTERED NURSE RN - HOSPICE</h3><br/><p>The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families.

Essential Job Functions

* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient/caregiver to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as indicated.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by the Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Specialty Job Functions

* Hospice Role: Understand the Hospice philosophy and performs care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient.
* Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and complies with regulatory conditions of participation.
* Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life.
* Educate patients / caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life, including palliative care measures.
* Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and their family.
* Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtains the informed consent prior to the initiation of services.
* Mental Health Role - In conjunction with the physician, implements mental health concepts and psychiatric nursing principles in the plan of care.
* Provide supportive psychotherapy.
* Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources.
* Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician.
* Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health issues as a secondary diagnosis.
* Provide overall guidance to Agency staff and managers related to day-to-day operations and long-term use of laptop computers.
* Ensure the process includes education about safely and effectively using medication, pain and pain management.
* Acquire and distribute educational resources to Agency staff.
* Complete medical conditions reports and forwards to physician for signature.
* Complete non-medical nursing visits for private duty division as required (i.e. medication pre-fills).
* Complete care plans for Options consumers for Westmoreland County area of aging, consumers of the Veteran's Administration H/HHA program and Community Health Choice participants.
* Complete assessments for private duty consumers and completes all associated documentation as requested.
* Function as a liaison between consumers and participants, families, physician, allied health personnel.
* Supervises Direct Care Partners as requests to assure performance of quality care and adherence to care plans and services delivery plans. Documents supervisor visits per regulatory guidelines.
* Provide guidance and training for Direct Care Partners as needed.
* Interpret extent and limitations of services available from the Private Duty Division of the agency.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the postpartum patient and newborn for early detection and intervention of complications.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the newborn and child's physical and emotional development, adjustment, and / or abnormalities and reports to the physician.
* Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Provides prenatal nursing services, which includes instruction, assessment and monitoring of the physical and emotional status of the patient with a high-risk pregnancy for early detection.
* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.

Preferred Qualifications

* One (1) to two (2) years' RN experience
* One (1) to two (2) year's prior hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification
* Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
* Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire).

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance.
* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

X

Extreme Cold

X

Heights

X

Confined Spaces

X

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Use of Vibrating Tools

X

Operates Vehicle

X

Operates Heavy Equipment

X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

X

X

X

Rotates All Shifts

X

X

8 Hours Shifts

X

X

10-12 Hours Shifts

X

X

On-Call

X

X

Overtime (+8/hr./shift; 40/hrs./wk.)

X

X

Travel Between Sites

X

Direct Patient Care

X

X

Respirator Protective Equipment

X

X

Eye Protection

X

X

Head Protection (hard hat)

X

Hearing Protection

X

Hand Protection

X

X

Feet, Toe Protection

X

Body Protection

X

X

Latex Exposure

X

X

Solvent Exposure

X

Paint (direct use) Exposure

X

Dust (sanding) Exposure

X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

X

X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Mist Exposure

X

Wax Stripper (direct use)

X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Laser Exposure

X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Walking

X

X

Climbing Stairs

X

X

Climbing Ladders

X

Standing

X

X

Kneeling

X

X

Squatting (Crouching)

X

X

Twisting/Turning

X

X

Keyboard/Computer Operation

X

X

Gross Grasp

X

X

Fine Finger Manipulation

X

X

Hand/Arm Coordination

X

X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

X

10#

50#

Carry

X

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

X

X

Seeing Near w/Acuity

X

X

Feeling (Sensation)

X

X

Color Vision

X

X

Hearing Clearly

X

X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

X

X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

X

X

Reaching Forward

X

X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

X

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

X

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

X

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

X

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required

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REGISTERED NURSE RN - HOSPICEThe RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients in their home. The RN coordinates, directs and promotes positive patient outcomes, and contributes to efficient agency operation. In addition, the Hospice RN provides palliative care and support to terminally ill patients and their families. Essential Job Functions * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers. * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient/caregiver to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel as indicated. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. * Provide direct and indirect supervision of personal care provided by the Home Health Aides in the patients' homes, in accordance with federal regulation and accrediting bodies. * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods. * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Specialty Job Functions * Hospice Role: Understand the Hospice philosophy and performs care accordingly to enhance the quality of life of the terminally ill patient. * Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the Hospice benefit and complies with regulatory conditions of participation. * Follow established guidelines for pain and symptom management to enhance quality of life. * Educate patients / caregivers regarding the care needs at the end-of-life, including palliative care measures. * Function as a primary nurse and core member of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a plan of care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the terminally ill patient and their family. * Assess eligibility for Hospice care and obtains the informed consent prior to the initiation of services. * Mental Health Role - In conjunction with the physician, implements mental health concepts and psychiatric nursing principles in the plan of care. * Provide supportive psychotherapy. * Demonstrate knowledge of commitment laws, mental health clinical programming, and community resources. * Make appropriate referrals based on the nursing assessment and in collaboration with the physician. * Function as a resource for Agency staff with patients demonstrating mental health issues as a secondary diagnosis. * Provide overall guidance to Agency staff and managers related to day-to-day operations and long-term use of laptop computers. * Ensure the process includes education about safely and effectively using medication, pain and pain management. * Acquire and distribute educational resources to Agency staff. * Complete medical conditions reports and forwards to physician for signature. * Complete non-medical nursing visits for private duty division as required (i.e. medication pre-fills). * Complete care plans for Options consumers for Westmoreland County area of aging, consumers of the Veteran's Administration H/HHA program and Community Health Choice participants. * Complete assessments for private duty consumers and completes all associated documentation as requested. * Function as a liaison between consumers and participants, families, physician, allied health personnel. * Supervises Direct Care Partners as requests to assure performance of quality care and adherence to care plans and services delivery plans. Documents supervisor visits per regulatory guidelines. * Provide guidance and training for Direct Care Partners as needed. * Interpret extent and limitations of services available from the Private Duty Division of the agency. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the postpartum patient and newborn for early detection and intervention of complications. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Instruct and assess the newborn and child's physical and emotional development, adjustment, and / or abnormalities and reports to the physician. * Maternal / Child Nurse Role: Provides prenatal nursing services, which includes instruction, assessment and monitoring of the physical and emotional status of the patient with a high-risk pregnancy for early detection. * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent thinking and decision-making ability, analytical problem solving skills, sound judgment, excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. Preferred Qualifications * One (1) to two (2) years' RN experience * One (1) to two (2) year's prior hospice and/or oncology experience; Hospice and Palliative Care Certification * Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 FBI Clearance * Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire). Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Regular, consistent, on-site and timely attendance. * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X X X Rotates All Shifts X X 8 Hours Shifts X X 10-12 Hours Shifts X X On-Call X X Overtime (+8/hr./shift; 40/hrs./wk.) X X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care X X Respirator Protective Equipment X X Eye Protection X X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X X Latex Exposure X X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X X Sitting X X Walking X X Climbing Stairs X X Climbing Ladders X Standing X X Kneeling X X Squatting (Crouching) X X Twisting/Turning X X Keyboard/Computer Operation X X Gross Grasp X X Fine Finger Manipulation X X Hand/Arm Coordination X X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X 10# 50# Carry X 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X X Seeing Near w/Acuity X X Feeling (Sensation) X X Color Vision X X Hearing Clearly X X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X X Reaching Forward X X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required 

<body><h3>REGISTERED NURSE RN - ICU</h3><br/><p>Job Summary

The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
* Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
* Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised.
* Other related duties as assigned.

Specialty Job Functions

* Demonstrates the ability to interpret and treat arrhythmias in ICU.
* Reviews rhythm strips.
* Demonstrates appropriate treatment of arrhythmia.
* Utilizes appropriate protocols for administration of drugs for treatment of arrhythmias.


* Demonstrates the ability to care for a patient requiring ventilator support.
* Demonstrates ability to care for patient receiving invasive monitoring, not limited to Swan Ganz catheters, but including A-lines and CVP monitoring
* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
* Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
* A Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn't worked in an acute care setting for his / her most recent three consecutive years of professional employment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* Critical Care Experience
* Open Heart Experience
* One (1) year Med/Surg or PCU experience.

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
* Current ACLS or completion within one (1) year of hire/transfer date into department
* NIH Stroke Scale - current or within six (6) months of hire/transfer into department.

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment:

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

Extreme Cold

x

Heights

x

Confined Spaces

x

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

Operates Vehicle (Company)

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

x

x

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

Direct Patient Care

x

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

Hearing Protection

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

Chemo Units

Chemo Units

X all other

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

10#

50#

Carry

x

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

x

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

x

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

x

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

x

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

</p></body>

REGISTERED NURSE RN - ICUJob Summary The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes. Essential Job Functions * Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies. * Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. * Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques. * Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods. * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. * Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. * The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised. * Other related duties as assigned. Specialty Job Functions * Demonstrates the ability to interpret and treat arrhythmias in ICU. * Reviews rhythm strips. * Demonstrates appropriate treatment of arrhythmia. * Utilizes appropriate protocols for administration of drugs for treatment of arrhythmias. * Demonstrates the ability to care for a patient requiring ventilator support. * Demonstrates ability to care for patient receiving invasive monitoring, not limited to Swan Ganz catheters, but including A-lines and CVP monitoring * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. * Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. * A Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn't worked in an acute care setting for his / her most recent three consecutive years of professional employment. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. * Critical Care Experience * Open Heart Experience * One (1) year Med/Surg or PCU experience. License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 FBI Clearance * Current ACLS or completion within one (1) year of hire/transfer date into department * NIH Stroke Scale - current or within six (6) months of hire/transfer into department. Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment: Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x Extreme Cold x Heights x Confined Spaces x Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) x Mechanical Hazards x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (Company) x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x Rotates All Shifts x x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12 Hours Shifts x x On-Call x x Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) x x Travel Between Sites x Direct Patient Care x x Respirator Protective Equipment x x Eye Protection x x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection x x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x Ethylene Oxide Exposure x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure Chemo Units Chemo Units X all other Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x x Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x x Mist Exposure x Wax Stripper (direct use) x Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Laser Exposure x Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) x x Sitting x x Walking x x Climbing Stairs x x Climbing Ladders x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x Fine Finger Manipulation x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x 10# 50# Carry x 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x Color Vision x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle x 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle x 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder x 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead x 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. 

<body><h3>RN SUBSIDIARY NEUROSURGERY</h3><br/><p>* $5,000 sign-on bonus*

Job Summary

The RN Subsidiary will perform direct patient care activities such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration. These are performed under the direction of the physician in preparation for the patient's examination and treatment. RN will utilize nursing process to assess patient's condition and direct to the appropriate level of care using internal and external resources. Carry out clerical activities. Quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc. in order to support the physician and practice as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

* Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the RN Practice Act, hospital, and/or physician practice policies, procedures, protocols and other professional standards of care.
* Collect patient health care data, including VS, weight, chief complaint and pain assessment focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural and spiritual needs for the patient.
* Complete initial assessment of the patient's health history, learning needs and barriers, physical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual needs and reassess annually.
* Involve the patient/family and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
* Complete patient care treatments/testing as ordered by the physician.
* Administer medications/immunizations using appropriate routes and techniques specific to age of the patient.
* Comply with completeness, accuracy and timeliness of documentation.
* Provide education and instruction, within their scope of practice, to patients and families.
* Assess the patient's readiness to learn, educational needs and educational barriers.
* Provide educational material and/or instruction based on assessed needs.
* Document all education/instruction provided including topic, individual provided to and understanding.
* Maintain collaborative relationship with physicians to achieve desired patient outcomes.
* Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
* Assist the physician with treatments and procedures as requested.
* Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practice policies.
* Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
* Label all patient specimens with identifiers per policy.
* Use patient identifiers on all written documentation, including notes and point of care testing results.
* Assist in compliance with all regulatory agency requirements.
* Adhere to infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
* Participate in non-punitive medication reporting.
* Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of professional nursing.
* Demonstrate an ability to solve problems independently and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
* Maintain accountability for actions taken.
* Delegate patient care appropriately.
* Effectively function as a resource person.
* Act as a patient advocate.
* Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
* Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
* Coordinate communication between patients/families and physician practice, pharmacies, specialists and insurance carriers.
* Provide advise based on protocols and physician instructions and direct patients to the appropriate level of care.
* Facilitate patient's access to prescription refills based on physician order.
* Obtain prior authorizations and/or assist with indigent programs per physician order based on the patient's financial status or insurance coverage.
* Support performance improvement initiatives within the physician practice.
* Assist in data collection as directed by the manager/physician.
* Incorporate into practice performance improvement initiatives that have been implemented.
* Maintain the environment of care.
* Ensure that supplies in patient care areas are replenished daily.
* Consistently maintains a clean safe environment.
* Follow policies pertaining to daily/weekly/monthly quality control for refrigerator temperature, and equipment controls.
* Perform POC testing as ordered by the physician.
* Complete all quality control testing per policy and manufacturing guidelines.
* Use two patient identifiers, name and DOB, prior to testing.
* Follow appropriate procedures when collecting patient specimens.
* Accurately record patient test results on appropriate result form and testing log.
* Identify results that are out of acceptable range and follow up prior to performing patient testing.
* Prepare forms, copy records and respond to requests per policies and procedures.
* Assist in maintaining the patient's record to facilitate filing and retrieval of information.
* Participate in staff education.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, independent thinking and decision-making ability; analytical problem-solving skills, sound judgment; excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* Previous experience in an outpatient office setting.

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 Clearances

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

x

Extreme Cold

x

x

Heights

x

x

Confined Spaces

x

x

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

x

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

Operates Vehicle

x

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

x

Direct Patient Care

x

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

Hearing Protection

x

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

x

x

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

x

Carry

x

x

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

=&lt;20</p>

x

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

###

x

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

###

x

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

###

x

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

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RN SUBSIDIARY NEUROSURGERY* $5,000 sign-on bonus* Job Summary The RN Subsidiary will perform direct patient care activities such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration. These are performed under the direction of the physician in preparation for the patient's examination and treatment. RN will utilize nursing process to assess patient's condition and direct to the appropriate level of care using internal and external resources. Carry out clerical activities. Quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc. in order to support the physician and practice as assigned. Essential Job Functions * Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the RN Practice Act, hospital, and/or physician practice policies, procedures, protocols and other professional standards of care. * Collect patient health care data, including VS, weight, chief complaint and pain assessment focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural and spiritual needs for the patient. * Complete initial assessment of the patient's health history, learning needs and barriers, physical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual needs and reassess annually. * Involve the patient/family and other healthcare professionals when appropriate. * Complete patient care treatments/testing as ordered by the physician. * Administer medications/immunizations using appropriate routes and techniques specific to age of the patient. * Comply with completeness, accuracy and timeliness of documentation. * Provide education and instruction, within their scope of practice, to patients and families. * Assess the patient's readiness to learn, educational needs and educational barriers. * Provide educational material and/or instruction based on assessed needs. * Document all education/instruction provided including topic, individual provided to and understanding. * Maintain collaborative relationship with physicians to achieve desired patient outcomes. * Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures. * Assist the physician with treatments and procedures as requested. * Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practice policies. * Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care. * Label all patient specimens with identifiers per policy. * Use patient identifiers on all written documentation, including notes and point of care testing results. * Assist in compliance with all regulatory agency requirements. * Adhere to infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections. * Participate in non-punitive medication reporting. * Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of professional nursing. * Demonstrate an ability to solve problems independently and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate. * Maintain accountability for actions taken. * Delegate patient care appropriately. * Effectively function as a resource person. * Act as a patient advocate. * Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students. * Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs. * Coordinate communication between patients/families and physician practice, pharmacies, specialists and insurance carriers. * Provide advise based on protocols and physician instructions and direct patients to the appropriate level of care. * Facilitate patient's access to prescription refills based on physician order. * Obtain prior authorizations and/or assist with indigent programs per physician order based on the patient's financial status or insurance coverage. * Support performance improvement initiatives within the physician practice. * Assist in data collection as directed by the manager/physician. * Incorporate into practice performance improvement initiatives that have been implemented. * Maintain the environment of care. * Ensure that supplies in patient care areas are replenished daily. * Consistently maintains a clean safe environment. * Follow policies pertaining to daily/weekly/monthly quality control for refrigerator temperature, and equipment controls. * Perform POC testing as ordered by the physician. * Complete all quality control testing per policy and manufacturing guidelines. * Use two patient identifiers, name and DOB, prior to testing. * Follow appropriate procedures when collecting patient specimens. * Accurately record patient test results on appropriate result form and testing log. * Identify results that are out of acceptable range and follow up prior to performing patient testing. * Prepare forms, copy records and respond to requests per policies and procedures. * Assist in maintaining the patient's record to facilitate filing and retrieval of information. * Participate in staff education. * Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, independent thinking and decision-making ability; analytical problem-solving skills, sound judgment; excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. * Previous experience in an outpatient office setting. License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 Clearances Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x x Extreme Cold x x Heights x x Confined Spaces x x Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) x x Mechanical Hazards x x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle x x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x Rotates All Shifts x x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12 Hours Shifts x x On-Call Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) x x Travel Between Sites x x Direct Patient Care x x Respirator Protective Equipment x x Eye Protection x x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x x Hand Protection x x Feet, Toe Protection x x Body Protection x x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x Ethylene Oxide Exposure x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure x x Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x Mist Exposure x Wax Stripper (direct use) x Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Laser Exposure x Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) x x Sitting x x Walking x x Climbing Stairs x x Climbing Ladders x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x Fine Finger Manipulation x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x x Carry x x Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x Color Vision x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle =&lt;20 x Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle ### x Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder ### x Lifting Shoulder to Overhead ### x When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. 

<body><h3>RN, WEEKEND - PCU 3AB</h3><br/><p>Job Summary

The RN Weekend assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
* Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
* Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised.
* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
* Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
* A Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn't worked in an acute care setting for his / her most recent three consecutive years of professional employment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* One (1) year PCU experience.
* One (1) year acute care experience.

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal.
* Act 34 with renewal.
* Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.
* Current NIH Stroke Scale or completion within 6 months of hire/transfer into department
* Current ACLS or completion within one year of hire/transfer date into department

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment:

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

Extreme Cold

x

Heights

x

Confined Spaces

x

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

Operates Vehicle (Company)

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

x

x

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

Direct Patient Care

x

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

Hearing Protection

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

Chemo Units

Chemo Units

X all other

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

10#

50#

Carry

x

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

x

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

x

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

x

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

x

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

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RN, WEEKEND - PCU 3ABJob Summary The RN Weekend assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes. Essential Job Functions * Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies. * Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. * Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques. * Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods. * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. * Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. * The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised. * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. * Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. * A Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn't worked in an acute care setting for his / her most recent three consecutive years of professional employment. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. * One (1) year PCU experience. * One (1) year acute care experience. License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal. * Act 34 with renewal. * Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal. * Current NIH Stroke Scale or completion within 6 months of hire/transfer into department * Current ACLS or completion within one year of hire/transfer date into department Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment: Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x Extreme Cold x Heights x Confined Spaces x Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) x Mechanical Hazards x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (Company) x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x Rotates All Shifts x x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12 Hours Shifts x x On-Call x x Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) x x Travel Between Sites x Direct Patient Care x x Respirator Protective Equipment x x Eye Protection x x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection x x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x Ethylene Oxide Exposure x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure Chemo Units Chemo Units X all other Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x x Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x x Mist Exposure x Wax Stripper (direct use) x Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Laser Exposure x Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) x x Sitting x x Walking x x Climbing Stairs x x Climbing Ladders x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x Fine Finger Manipulation x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x 10# 50# Carry x 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x Color Vision x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle x 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle x 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder x 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead x 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. 

<body><h3>RN CASUAL - 4AB - MED SURG</h3><br/><p>Job Summary

The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
* Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
* Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
* Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
* Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques.
* Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements.
* Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.
* Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions.
* Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
* Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
* Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods.
* Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
* Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised.
* Other related duties as assigned

Specialty Job Functions

* Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
* Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
* Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
* One (1) year medical-surgical experience.

License, Certification &amp; Clearances

* Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Supervisory Responsibilities

* This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

* Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
* Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

* Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

* Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
* Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment:

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

Extreme Cold

x

Heights

x

Confined Spaces

x

Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

Operates Vehicle (Company)

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

x

x

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

Direct Patient Care

x

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

Hearing Protection

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

Chemo Units

Chemo Units

X all other

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential - Absolute Necessity.

Marginal - Minimal Necessity.

Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

10#

50#

Carry

x

25#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

x

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

x

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

x

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

x

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

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RN CASUAL - 4AB - MED SURGJob Summary The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients. The RN coordinates, directs and actively participates as an effective member of the interdisciplinary health care team, contributing to the efficient operation of the unit and promoting positive patient outcomes. Essential Job Functions * Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies. * Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following system/hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. * Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. * Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. * Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs using Nurse Knowledge Exchange techniques. * Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. * Identify patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients, and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. * Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. * Promote patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient/family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, and answering questions. * Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. * Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. * Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team continuous quality improvement and problem-solving methods. * Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. * Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintain nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. * The Registered Nurse provides direct oversight of the GN, LPN, Technical Partner, ALS Technician, Nurse Extern and Unit Clerks. This oversight includes the Registered Nurse conducting the initial comprehensive assessment and interpreting the assessment to initiate the interprofessional plan of care. This oversight includes supervision of the delegation of duties that are within the scope and capability of the care team supervised. * Other related duties as assigned Specialty Job Functions * Other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. * Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. * Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. * One (1) year medical-surgical experience. License, Certification &amp; Clearances * Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required. * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required. * Act 33 with renewal * Act 34 with renewal * Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal Supervisory Responsibilities * This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). * Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations. LEAN * Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one's own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela's missions, vision and values. AAP/EEO * Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. * Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Work Environment: Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x Extreme Cold x Heights x Confined Spaces x Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB) x Mechanical Hazards x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (Company) x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x Rotates All Shifts x x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12 Hours Shifts x x On-Call x x Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) x x Travel Between Sites x Direct Patient Care x x Respirator Protective Equipment x x Eye Protection x x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection x x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x Ethylene Oxide Exposure x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure Chemo Units Chemo Units X all other Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x x Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x x Mist Exposure x Wax Stripper (direct use) x Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Ionizing Radiation Exposure x Laser Exposure x Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential - Absolute Necessity. Marginal - Minimal Necessity. Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally - 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) x x Sitting x x Walking x x Climbing Stairs x x Climbing Ladders x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x Fine Finger Manipulation x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x 10# 50# Carry x 25# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x Color Vision x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle x 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle x 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder x 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead x 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. 

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