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Summary
Provides clinical assessment of patients and promotes and coordinates treatment via communication with other multidisciplinary team members.

Job DutiesAssesses patient and family teaching needs regarding health and prevention and medication management. Develops and tests patient teaching materials and plans teaching intervention protocols. Disseminates, interprets, and facilitates the incorporation of recent innovations and research into patient care delivery. Provides comprehensive and timely documentation on initial evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Minimum QualificationsMaster’s Degree 2 years experience in a critical care setting and 5 years experience with a specialty certification. Demonstrated initiative and ability to function independently, as well as within a multi-disciplinary setting. Demonstrates motivation for learning through independent reading, networking, and conference attendance. Demonstrates skill and knowledge necessary to ensure assessment, treatment, or care is appropriate to age of patient. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred QualificationsDoctorate if degree is not in a clinical speciality, certification in specialty is required.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Health Center at Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

monday to friday 7-330

Department:

1004-09499 Regional Comp Stroke Center - CC