Part Time Pacu Rn Jobs in Allentown, PA (NOW HIRING)

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The Critical Care Transport (CCT) Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) is responsible for the direct patient care and clinical aspects of the St. Luke's Emergency and Transport Services Critical Care Transport Program. The CCT PHRN will report directly to the CCT Program Nurse Manager, and under the authorization of the St. Luke's Emergency and Transport Services Medical Director provide care and treatment with an advanced scope of practice in accordance with the following Pennsylvania Department of Health Scope of Practice for Critical Care Transport Emergency Medical Services Providers [50 Pa.B 413] and New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services Specialty Care Transport Unit NJAC 8:41-1

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients.
• Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process.
• Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan.
• Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources.
• Maintains an awareness of unit budget.
• Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.
• Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
• Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.
• Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department.
• Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

• Successfully graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• Currentlypossessan unrestrictedregistered nurselicense in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Must within (90) Ninety days of hire obtain a registered nurse license in the State of New Jersey
• Currently possesses aPre-hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN)through the Pennsylvania Dept. Of Health EMS Dept.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• CCT PHRNmust be a registered nurse with the following nursing experience a) At least two years and 4000 hours of in hospital critical care experience or one year (2000 hours) in a progressive level 1 ICU along with 3 years (5000 hours) emergency department experience.
• Current BLS, PALS, ACLS certification.
• EVOC/EVDT certificationwith EMSVO endorsement

Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement)

Be at least 18 years of age

Have a valid driver's license

Must observe all traffic laws

Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person's ability to drive an ambulance.

• Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher. (Preferred)
• PHTLS certification (Preferred)
• NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800. (Preferred)

• Radio communication skills; office skills including typing.
• Excellent organizational skills; pleasant telephone manner.
• Ability to perform job with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Must successfully complete clinical and operational orientation in order to be granted unrestricted medical command
• Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required.
• Experience in computer operations

• Must attain specialty board certification in Critical Care Transport nursing such as CFRN or CTRN within 12 months of hire date.
• Must successfully complete the following courses within 24 months of hire

-Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN)

-Fundamentals for Critical Care Support (FCCS)

-Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)

-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hours vary based on operational needs of the department.

Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you areencouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications andlicenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.