| Location | Bethlehem, PA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
This position works collaboratively with other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure delivery of high-quality nursing service in accordance with the physician’s orders and with the agency’s programs and policies. Services are provided in the home and in the patient’s place of residence.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of professional nursing theory and ability to apply it to the community health setting and Hospice.
2. Ability to instruct professionals in the care and treatment of the physically and emotionally ill.
3. Ability to prepare neat, timely, accurate and concise records and reports.
4. Ability to accept and to utilize supervision.
5. Knowledge of the use of community resources.
6. Interest in keeping abreast of trends and developments in nursing practice.
7. Possession of a current professional nurse licensure to practice in PA.
8. Current CPR certification.
9. Part time and per diem staff must possess a cell phone with text messaging.
10. Position requires the use of your own private vehicle for Network business. You must have a valid driver’s license issued by the applicable state of residency, as well as evidence of auto liability insurance; which must have at least the state-minimum coverage limits. Insurance must be maintained at all times while being employed in this position.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Demands:Heavy Work - Exertional activity
Non exertional activity
Important: The functional capacity to perform heavy work includes the functional capacity to perform medium, light and sedentary work.
Good physical and mental health.
Visual and auditory acuity required to provide comprehensive nursing care.
Environmental Conditions:
Inside – Office environment and patient homes
Outside - Traveling to cases and/or clinics in extreme cold and heat,
wet and/or humid conditions, snow, ice and/or fog
Hazards - Exposure to contagious disease, road and driving
domestic pets
QUALIFICATIONS
(MINIMUM)
EDUCATION:
A graduate of an approved school of professional nursing who is licensed as a Registered Nurse by the state in which practicing, Baccalaureate degree preferred.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Two years as a professional nurse in nursing practice or previous community health experience as a professional nurse preferred.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, 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!!