Community Health Nurse (RN), Pediatrics, Full Time, Day
Valley Health System
Summary
To fulfill the needs of patients in a variety of age groups, their family members, and the community by performing varied patient care tasks and functions in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. To respond effectively to new and changing working environments. To bear the primary responsibility and accountability for the nursing care that the patient receives while receiving services from Valley Home Care, Inc.
Job description
Position Summary
To fulfill the needs of patients in a variety of age groups, their family members, and the community by performing varied patient care tasks and functions in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. To respond effectively to new and changing working environments. To bear the primary responsibility and accountability for the nursing care that the patient receives while receiving services from Valley Home Care, Inc.
Education
Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred.
Experience
Computer and keyboard skills. Medical terminology required.
Special Skills
- Current State of New Jersey license (or legal permission to work from the New Jersey Board of Nursing).
- Current and valid CPR certification.
- Demonstrates effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills.
- Ability to work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing customer needs.
- Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system; with patients and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e., physicians, Rehab, etc.).
- Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
- Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to effectively problem-solve and deliver care.
- Current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker and appropriate level of insurance coverage required, to include collision.
- Maintains Specialty Certification(s).
- Utilizes other equipment safely and appropriately, as deemed necessary, for effective Agency operations (i.e., handheld devices, such as pulse oximeter, glucometer, doppler) and according to established procedures.
- Utilizes communications equipment (i.e., fax machine, telephone, printer copier, etc.) appropriately.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing
- BSN preferred
- Computer and keyboard skills
- Medical terminology required
- Current State of New Jersey license (or legal permission to work from the New Jersey Board of Nursing)
- Current and valid CPR certification
- Demonstrates effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills
- Ability to work accurately and pay attention to details
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment
- Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system; with patients and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members
- Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities
- Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills
- Current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker and appropriate level of insurance coverage required, to include collision
- Maintains Specialty Certification(s)
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.