Registered Nurse (rn) On Call - Home Care - Se Berks, Bucks, And Montgomery Counties

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Allentown, PA, US
Onsite
Telephone triage for patients
Clinical record reviews and data entry
Direct nursing care in home settings
Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for an on-call position in home care, covering the southeastern counties of Berks, Bucks, and Montgomery. The role involves providing clinical support, performing assessments, and coordinating care for patients during non-business hours

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing clinical support and coordinating patient care services during or after normal business hours for home care and hospice.
  • LVHN is a Magnet Hospital recognized for nursing excellence and has been ranked among the 'Best Hospitals' by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.
  • The position requires performing telephone triage, conducting patient assessments, and delivering educational opportunities on end-of-life issues and palliative care.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for an on-call position in home care, covering the southeastern counties of Berks, Bucks, and Montgomery. The role involves providing clinical support, performing assessments, and coordinating care for patients during non-business hours.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Telephone triage for patients
  • Clinical record reviews and data entry
  • Direct nursing care in home settings
  • Critical thinking and clinical judgement
  • Multitasking with multiple interruptions

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Team behaviors and independent work
  • Ability to facilitate difficult conversations
  • Strong time management and organization
  • Proficiency in basic computer skills

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania or New Jersey
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA
  • Valid Driver's License in PA or NJ
  • 1 year recent direct healthcare experience
  • Successful completion of Home Health/Hospice orientation

Work Rights

Must have valid US work authorization

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