Patient Care Partner

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Provides direct patient care, including treatments and diagnostic studies as directed by a Registered Nurse. Provides other support services, dictated by patient needs, as a care delivery team member. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Supports unit and hospital goals and objectives.

Job Duties

  • Provides care to and related activities for designated patients using a patient/family centered approach and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to the RN.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Functions as a department team member to support unit-based patient experience goals as well as hospital goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.
  • Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
  • Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
  • Completes quality control checks on designated unit equipment, if applicable.
  • Conducts patient rounds as assigned, anticipates patient needs, and answers/responds to patient call light or pages promptly.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Six months recent experience in direct provision of patient care activities, including treatments and/or diagnostic studies. or
  • Successful completion of LVHN's inexperienced technical partner course.
  • Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports.
  • Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days

Preferred Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

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&lt;li&gt;Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to the RN.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Functions as a department team member to support unit-based patient experience goals as well as hospital goals and objectives.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Completes quality control checks on designated unit equipment, if applicable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Conducts patient rounds as assigned, anticipates patient needs, and answers/responds to patient call light or pages promptly.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Six months recent experience in direct provision of patient care activities, including treatments and/or diagnostic studies. or&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt; Successful completion of LVHN's inexperienced technical partner course. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Basic computer skills. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 180 Days &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Night Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;420 S Jackson St&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Schuylkill S. Jackson Street&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;LVH-S SEIU&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;11:00pm - 7:00 am with rotation, every other weekend with holiday rotation.&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1024-00029 Geriatric Psych - Norwegian</wd:jobDescription>
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Allied Health

Registered Nurse - Special Procedure Unit

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.

Job Duties

  • Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs. - Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.
  • Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.
  • Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
  • Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
  • Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: - Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned. - Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members. - Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduate of accredited Nursing program.
  • Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
  • Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
  • RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.&#13;
&#13;
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs.
- Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: &#13;
- Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned. &#13;
- Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members.&#13;
- Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Graduate of accredited Nursing program. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Basic computer skills. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire &lt;/li&gt;
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<wd:Zip_Code>18018</wd:Zip_Code>
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Work Hours
Day Shift, 7-3:30
job_practicematch_specialty
Acute Care
job_practicematch_profession
Allied Health

Radiology Support Technician

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Performs a variety of support functions to facilitate the delivery of services to radiology patients following the guidelines for radiation safety. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Provides other support services, dictated by patient needs, as a care delivery team member. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Supports imaging and hospital goals and objectives.

Job Duties

  • Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
  • Provides care to and related activities for patients using a patient/family centered approach and in accordance with established policies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to RN or Technologist.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.
  • Maintains accurate information in the database; performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care.
  • Performs registrations, as required.
  • Ensures the safety and efficiency of movement and transportation of patients within and to and from departments.
  • Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
  • Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED Must be 18 years or older
  • Less than 1 year in a customer service role.
  • Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Basic computer and typing skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR106342
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Employment Type
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18
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Performs a variety of support functions to facilitate the delivery of services to radiology patients following the guidelines for radiation safety. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Provides other support services, dictated by patient needs, as a care delivery team member. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Supports imaging and hospital goals and objectives.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provides care to and related activities for patients using a patient/family centered approach and in accordance with established policies in accordance with established policies and procedures.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to RN or Technologist.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintains accurate information in the database; performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs registrations, as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensures the safety and efficiency of movement and transportation of patients within and to and from departments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED Must be 18 years or older &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Less than 1 year in a customer service role. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with patients and colleagues. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to multi-task. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Basic computer and typing skills. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of medical terminology. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Not Applicable&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;days/hours vary, PRN&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1004-09055 Tech Aide Float - CC</wd:jobDescription>
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Work Hours
Day Shift, days/hours vary, PRN
job_practicematch_specialty
Radiology
job_practicematch_profession
Allied Health

Radiology Support Technician

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Performs a variety of support functions to facilitate the delivery of services to radiology patients following the guidelines for radiation safety. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Provides other support services, dictated by patient needs, as a care delivery team member. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Supports imaging and hospital goals and objectives.

Job Duties

  • Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
  • Provides care to and related activities for patients using a patient/family centered approach and in accordance with established policies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to RN or Technologist.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.
  • Maintains accurate information in the database; performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care.
  • Performs registrations, as required.
  • Ensures the safety and efficiency of movement and transportation of patients within and to and from departments.
  • Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
  • Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED Must be 18 years or older
  • Less than 1 year in a customer service role.
  • Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Basic computer and typing skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR106341
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18
External Source Data
<wd:Report_Entry>
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Performs a variety of support functions to facilitate the delivery of services to radiology patients following the guidelines for radiation safety. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Provides other support services, dictated by patient needs, as a care delivery team member. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Supports imaging and hospital goals and objectives.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provides care to and related activities for patients using a patient/family centered approach and in accordance with established policies in accordance with established policies and procedures.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Employs astute observational skills and properly communicates findings, changes, or problems to RN or Technologist.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates team building skills by participating in the orientation of new staff, as assigned.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintains accurate information in the database; performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs registrations, as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensures the safety and efficiency of movement and transportation of patients within and to and from departments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED Must be 18 years or older &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Less than 1 year in a customer service role. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with patients and colleagues. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to multi-task. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Basic computer and typing skills. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of medical terminology. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Not Applicable&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;days and hours vary/PRN&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1004-09055 Tech Aide Float - CC</wd:jobDescription>
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Work Hours
Day Shift, days and hours vary/PRN
job_practicematch_specialty
Radiology
job_practicematch_profession
Allied Health

Registered Nurse - Observation

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Qualified candidates eligible for 30,000 Sign on Bonus!


Summary
Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.



Job Duties

  • Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs.
    - Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.
  • Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.
  • Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
  • Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
  • Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including:
    - Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned.
    - Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members.
    - Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited Nursing program.
  • Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
  • Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
  • RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree Nursing


Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
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Employment Type
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Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. 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Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including:&lt;br /&gt;- Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. 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Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. 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Work Hours
Day Shift, Day shift 7A-730P variable days Sunday through Saturday with every other weekend and holiday rotation
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Acute Care
job_practicematch_profession
N/A

Registered Nurse - ED Services Float Pool

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.

Job Duties

  • Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs. - Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.
  • Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
  • Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.
  • Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.
  • Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
  • Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
  • Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: - Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned. - Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members. - Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduate of accredited Nursing program.
  • Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
  • Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
  • Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
  • RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR106036
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Employment Type
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16
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.&#13;
&#13;
&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs.
- Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including: &#13;
- Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned. &#13;
- Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members.&#13;
- Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Graduate of accredited Nursing program. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Basic computer skills. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor’s Degree Nursing &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Not Applicable&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;0700-1915 24HRS A WEEK&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1004-09428 Specialty Float Pool Emergency Room - CC</wd:jobDescription>
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<wd:timeType>Part time</wd:timeType>
<wd:Company>1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital</wd:Company>
<wd:Job_Category>Nurses - RN</wd:Job_Category>
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<wd:Work_Shift>Day Shift</wd:Work_Shift>
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<wd:Address>707 Hamilton St</wd:Address>
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Work Hours
Day Shift, 0700-1915 24HRS A WEEK
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Emergency Medicine
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Allied Health

Patient Services Representative

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Coordinates and provides a variety of clerical/administrative duties associated with daily physician practice operations. Serves as the initial point of contact for patients and healthcare providers within the practice. Delivers the high standard of customer service necessary to maintain the overall patient experience.

Job Duties

  • Performs a variety of detail-oriented administrative tasks that anticipates the needs of team members and patients according to the organization's policies and standard work.
  • Gathers information necessary for accurate registration and check-in to fulfill service promise.
  • Obtains and verifies insurance authorizations/precertification and completes medical record release requests and schedules/confirms patient appointments.
  • Sustains the execution and flow of the patient schedule to provide the best patient experience while fostering a team environment.
  • Collaborates in all aspects of training, staffing, and functionality while providing substantial and valuable feedback.
  • Keeps abreast of changes in all insurance providers regarding coverage and reimbursement changes.
  • Organizes effectively and efficiently to accommodate interruptions and changing priorities.
  • Performs scheduling, scanning, billing, filing, referrals, work queues, and other clerical functions in a timely manner.
  • Performs appropriate patient outreach include telephone and EMR messaging.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 1 year Customer service experience
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and compliance with detailed-oriented responsibilities.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Proficient computer skills.
  • Proven proficiency of technology and EMR workflows at the conclusion of orientation.
  • Able to handle cash and other methods of patients accurately.
  • Able to explain, educate, and support the usage of the LVHN patient portal including various features.

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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR106046
Posted
Employment Type
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<wd:startDate>2024-05-02</wd:startDate>
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Coordinates and provides a variety of clerical/administrative duties associated with daily physician practice operations. Serves as the initial point of contact for patients and healthcare providers within the practice. Delivers the high standard of customer service necessary to maintain the overall patient experience.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs a variety of detail-oriented administrative tasks that anticipates the needs of team members and patients according to the organization's policies and standard work. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Gathers information necessary for accurate registration and check-in to fulfill service promise.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Obtains and verifies insurance authorizations/precertification and completes medical record release requests and schedules/confirms patient appointments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sustains the execution and flow of the patient schedule to provide the best patient experience while fostering a team environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborates in all aspects of training, staffing, and functionality while providing substantial and valuable feedback.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keeps abreast of changes in all insurance providers regarding coverage and reimbursement changes.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Organizes effectively and efficiently to accommodate interruptions and changing priorities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs scheduling, scanning, billing, filing, referrals, work queues, and other clerical functions in a timely manner.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Performs appropriate patient outreach include telephone and EMR messaging.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;1 year Customer service experience &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to adapt to changing priorities. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to maintain accuracy and compliance with detailed-oriented responsibilities. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficient computer skills. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proven proficiency of technology and EMR workflows at the conclusion of orientation. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Able to handle cash and other methods of patients accurately. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Able to explain, educate, and support the usage of the LVHN patient portal including various features. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Health Center at Cedar Crest&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Not Applicable&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, no holidays, no weekends&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1012-35157 LVPG-L Diabetes Metabolic Center</wd:jobDescription>
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<wd:timeType>Full time</wd:timeType>
<wd:Company>1012 Lehigh Valley Physician Group - Lehigh</wd:Company>
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<wd:Job_Family>Service Lines and Institutes</wd:Job_Family>
<wd:workerSubType>Regular</wd:workerSubType>
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<wd:Cost_Center>1012-35157 LVPG-L Diabetes Metabolic Center</wd:Cost_Center>
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<wd:Address>707 Hamilton St</wd:Address>
<wd:Zip_Code>18101</wd:Zip_Code>
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Day Shift, Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, no holidays, no weekends
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Administration
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N/A

Patient Observation Assistant

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Participates in the collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Provides continuous observation or constant roving to observe and intervene when risky patient behaviors are identified. Communicates with the patients to deescalate tense situations, verbal communication with care team members, and documents in the patients electronic medial record in regular intervals. Performs or assist patients with ADL's, meals, and ambulates patients. Ensures that the patient environment is safe and reports any safety hazards to the nurse. Provides continuous, direct, one-to-one patient visual and audible observation of patients of all ages to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Job Duties

  • Takes initiative in compassionately rendering services or responding to needs and interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
  • Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
  • Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray and assists with basic positioning of patient.
  • Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
  • Assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe.
  • Assists in completing specific direct patient care tasks.
  • Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, and special needs.
  • Provides continuous direct one-to-one patient observation.
  • Documents observations in the patient's electronic medical record in regular intervals

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Ability to recognize and report data reflective of the patients' status and identify each patient's specific needs.
  • Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.
  • Knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span.
  • Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Preferred Qualifications
  • Successful completion of a crisis management course.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR105970
Posted
Employment Type
job_healthcareercenter_disciplineid
23
External Source Data
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<wd:startDate>2024-05-02</wd:startDate>
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Participates in the collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Provides continuous observation or constant roving to observe and intervene when risky patient behaviors are identified. Communicates with the patients to deescalate tense situations, verbal communication with care team members, and documents in the patients electronic medial record in regular intervals. Performs or assist patients with ADL's, meals, and ambulates patients. Ensures that the patient environment is safe and reports any safety hazards to the nurse. Provides continuous, direct, one-to-one patient visual and audible observation of patients of all ages to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Takes initiative in compassionately rendering services or responding to needs and interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray and assists with basic positioning of patient.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists in completing specific direct patient care tasks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, and special needs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provides continuous direct one-to-one patient observation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Documents observations in the patient's electronic medical record in regular intervals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to recognize and report data reflective of the patients' status and identify each patient's specific needs. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of department policies and procedures. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Successful completion of a crisis management course. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;206 E Brown St&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;LVH-P SEIU&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;7a-330p every other weekend rotating holidays&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1029-00061 PCS Observation Support</wd:jobDescription>
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<wd:Cost_Center>1029-00061 PCS Observation Support</wd:Cost_Center>
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Day Shift, 7a-330p every other weekend rotating holidays
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N/A
job_practicematch_profession
Allied Health

Patient Observation Assistant

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

Participates in the collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Provides continuous observation or constant roving to observe and intervene when risky patient behaviors are identified. Communicates with the patients to deescalate tense situations, verbal communication with care team members, and documents in the patients electronic medial record in regular intervals. Performs or assist patients with ADL's, meals, and ambulates patients. Ensures that the patient environment is safe and reports any safety hazards to the nurse. Provides continuous, direct, one-to-one patient visual and audible observation of patients of all ages to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Job Duties

  • Takes initiative in compassionately rendering services or responding to needs and interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.
  • Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.
  • Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray and assists with basic positioning of patient.
  • Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
  • Assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe.
  • Assists in completing specific direct patient care tasks.
  • Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, and special needs.
  • Provides continuous direct one-to-one patient observation.
  • Documents observations in the patient's electronic medical record in regular intervals

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Ability to recognize and report data reflective of the patients' status and identify each patient's specific needs.
  • Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.
  • Knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span.
  • Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Preferred Qualifications
  • Successful completion of a crisis management course.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
wd-JR105974
Posted
Employment Type
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Participates in the collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Provides continuous observation or constant roving to observe and intervene when risky patient behaviors are identified. Communicates with the patients to deescalate tense situations, verbal communication with care team members, and documents in the patients electronic medial record in regular intervals. Performs or assist patients with ADL's, meals, and ambulates patients. Ensures that the patient environment is safe and reports any safety hazards to the nurse. Provides continuous, direct, one-to-one patient visual and audible observation of patients of all ages to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Takes initiative in compassionately rendering services or responding to needs and interacts hospitably, cheerfully, and supportively with staff, patients, visitors, and work colleagues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seeks help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to be in medical distress or poses a threat, and escalates to assigned medical professionals.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists patient with ordering dietary tray and setting up of patient's meal tray and assists with basic positioning of patient.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patient when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists with patient wheelchair rides and/or ambulation if the patient is stable and gait has been previously determined safe.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assists in completing specific direct patient care tasks.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, and special needs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provides continuous direct one-to-one patient observation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Documents observations in the patient's electronic medical record in regular intervals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to recognize and report data reflective of the patients' status and identify each patient's specific needs. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of department policies and procedures. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Successful completion of a crisis management course. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;206 E Brown St&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;LVH-P SEIU&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;7a-730p every other weekend and rotating holidays&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1029-00061 PCS Observation Support</wd:jobDescription>
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Allied Health

Care Continuum Partner

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.


Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.


Summary

The Care Continuum Partner serves as the main liaison between the patient, family, and clinical team for patients and their families across the continuum of their care. At every touch point with the patient, provides the full capabilities to partner with patient and families to coordinate, navigate and schedule all aspects of their care including outpatient, procedures, community and transition of care needs to deliver an optimal patient experience. Responsible for meeting patients where they are within our physical/virtual walls and responsible for advanced level partnerships with patients including scheduling of patients appointments, and addressing the full care needs and care compliance opportunities for patients both within and outside our walls.

Job Duties

  • In collaboration with clinical care team, participates and supports in pre-visit planning to ensure smooth operation and patient flow in busy physician practice. Provides support regarding referral management and intake, scheduling, pre-certification process, follow up calls and record retrieval for timely appointments.
  • Coordinates and schedules complex appointments for patient across their continuum of care including procedures, office visits, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services that require coordination of multiple resources. Included but not limited to: procedures, surgery, radiology and diagnostic imaging, diagnostic testing, labs, new patient coordination and therapeutic care plans. May serve as new patient concierge role in regional or practice models.
  • Assesses patient and family needs and supports care plan compliance. Examples include new patient coordination and intake, conducting patient outreach to follow up on patient care and appointment needs. Conducts patient outreach to follow up on patient care and appointment needs. Communicates with patient in traditional and innovative platforms including telephone, patient portal and other virtual platform solutions where applicable.
  • Facilitates communication amongst the physician/provider, clinical care team as well as financial, outpatient, ancillary and supportive services.
  • Provides the patient with clear instructions on how to prepare for tests and procedures and explains what to expect upon arrival per established guidelines. Provides patient with robust care continuum plan and explanation of necessary care elements.
  • Creates a warm and welcoming environment for patients, families and staff using exceptional customer service and compassionate care skills.
  • Connects patient and families with resources and services from both within the organization in support of their continuum of care (e.g. financial counseling, transportation support, social work, counseling, nurse navigation, nutrition services, and support groups, etc.) based on social determinants of health. Supports the care team's process to assess patient's social determinants of health and other community and psychosocial needs.
  • Create and maintain patient records, manages visit prior authorization and referral requirements.
  • Serves as expert and liaison to patient and family on the patient portal and medical record technology. Functions as Virtual Care Concierge partner offering assistance and guidance when appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED commitment to advance education.
  • 2 years experience interacting with patients as part of this experience, performing at least some of these core functions and
  • 3 years experience working within a complex health system environment or related field.
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Enhances skills through continuing education.
  • Ability to handle numerous tasks at the same time.
  • Superior customer service skills.
  • Working knowledge of basic computer functionality.
  • Effective and professional written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to handle patients and families in stressful situations
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Critical thinking skills and solutions-focused approach.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Technical School Diploma or
  • Specialized Diploma or
  • Associate’s Degree
  • Knowledge and experience with electronic medical records and scheduling software.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.

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.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY

Job ID
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<wd:jobDescription>&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;Imagine a career at one of the nation&amp;#39;s most advanced health networks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;LVHN has been ranked among the &amp;#34;Best Hospitals&amp;#34; by U.S. News &amp;amp; World Report for 23 consecutive years. We&amp;#39;re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center&amp;#39;s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an &amp;#39;A&amp;#39; grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN&amp;#39;s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&amp;#39;re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Summary&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Care Continuum Partner serves as the main liaison between the patient, family, and clinical team for patients and their families across the continuum of their care. At every touch point with the patient, provides the full capabilities to partner with patient and families to coordinate, navigate and schedule all aspects of their care including outpatient, procedures, community and transition of care needs to deliver an optimal patient experience. Responsible for meeting patients where they are within our physical/virtual walls and responsible for advanced level partnerships with patients including scheduling of patients appointments, and addressing the full care needs and care compliance opportunities for patients both within and outside our walls. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Job Duties&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;In collaboration with clinical care team, participates and supports in pre-visit planning to ensure smooth operation and patient flow in busy physician practice. Provides support regarding referral management and intake, scheduling, pre-certification process, follow up calls and record retrieval for timely appointments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Coordinates and schedules complex appointments for patient across their continuum of care including procedures, office visits, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services that require coordination of multiple resources. Included but not limited to: procedures, surgery, radiology and diagnostic imaging, diagnostic testing, labs, new patient coordination and therapeutic care plans. May serve as new patient concierge role in regional or practice models.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assesses patient and family needs and supports care plan compliance. Examples include new patient coordination and intake, conducting patient outreach to follow up on patient care and appointment needs. Conducts patient outreach to follow up on patient care and appointment needs. Communicates with patient in traditional and innovative platforms including telephone, patient portal and other virtual platform solutions where applicable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Facilitates communication amongst the physician/provider, clinical care team as well as financial, outpatient, ancillary and supportive services.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provides the patient with clear instructions on how to prepare for tests and procedures and explains what to expect upon arrival per established guidelines. Provides patient with robust care continuum plan and explanation of necessary care elements. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creates a warm and welcoming environment for patients, families and staff using exceptional customer service and compassionate care skills. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Connects patient and families with resources and services from both within the organization in support of their continuum of care (e.g. financial counseling, transportation support, social work, counseling, nurse navigation, nutrition services, and support groups, etc.) based on social determinants of health. Supports the care team's process to assess patient's social determinants of health and other community and psychosocial needs. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create and maintain patient records, manages visit prior authorization and referral requirements. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Serves as expert and liaison to patient and family on the patient portal and medical record technology. Functions as Virtual Care Concierge partner offering assistance and guidance when appropriate.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;High School Diploma/GED commitment to advance education. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2 years experience interacting with patients as part of this experience, performing at least some of these core functions and&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;3 years experience working within a complex health system environment or related field. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Enhances skills through continuing education. &lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Associate’s Degree &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge and experience with electronic medical records and scheduling software.&#13;
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&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of medical terminology. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Physical Demands&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;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.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Shift:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Day Shift&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Address:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Primary Location: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;LVHN-1250 Cedar Crest&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Position Type:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Onsite&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Union:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Not Applicable&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Work Schedule:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;Monday-Friday; 8:00a-4:30p&lt;p style="text-align:inherit"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p style="text-align:left"&gt;&lt;b&gt;Department:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;1012-35122 LVPG-L Pulmonary &amp;amp; Critical Care Med - 1250 S Cedar Crest</wd:jobDescription>
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Critical Care
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N/A