RN Clinic - Penn State Health Medical Group - All About Children - Pediatrics

RN Clinic - Penn State Health Medical Group - All About Children

Penn State Health Medical Group Location: US:PA:Reading Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Hours: Monday - Friday, Varied Penn State Medical Group is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We are a physician-directed organization that fosters a collegial multi-specialty group philosophy of care. Our purpose is to ensure excellent, accessible, and cost-effective patient care for the greater good of the communities we serve. The Medical Group supports the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strives to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff. We work as a team to position our practice sites and our employees to respond effectively to the ever changing health care environment, create opportunities for best practice, and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. JOB SUMMARY: The RN Clinic provides direct patient care, administers medications, educates, collaborates, and counsels patients and families. The RN Clinic assesses physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of patients and families. May work in an inpatient or outpatient setting as needed. For more information on the unit, please contact Amy Hazel, Nurse Recruiter, at ahazel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's Degree in Nursing required. Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required. May require certification in specialty area. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to lift 25 pounds Occasional kneeling, pushing/pulling and reaching Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment Ability to deal courteously with patients Ability to maintain effective working relationship with other employees Assists patients to achieve the maximum level of functioning by coordinating resources on the multidisciplinary team such as the dietitian, social worker, navigator, and outreach coordinator. Ability to communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team with written and verbal proficiency Ability to coordinate patient care with other interdisciplinary staff Proficiency in clinical management of complex patients Flexibility and multitasking skills Strong ability to use data, computer systems, and electronic health records in support of patient care delivery Understanding of the latest evidence-based oncology, immunology, pharmacology, community health, and cultural sensitivity information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One (1) year of RN experience preferred. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday - Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.