Registered Nurse - PA Thrive (Erie Office)

California University of Pennsylvania - Erie, PA

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Job Details

Full-time $33.11 an hour

Benefits

Referral program

Qualifications

Patient monitoring
RN License
Acceptance & commitment therapy
Computer literacy
Triage
Writing skills
Clinic
Mid-level
Driver's License
Discharge planning
HIV/AIDS care
4 years
Care plans
Nursing

Full Job Description

Position Information

Posting Number

S162P

Posting Text

Job Title

Registered Nurse - PA Thrive (Erie Office)

Type of Employment

Full Time

Bargaining Unit

OPEIU

Full-Time/Part-Time

FLSA

Salary Range

$33.11/hour

Department

College of Health Sciences

Posting Text

Job Summary / Basic Function

The HIV/HCV and Sexually Transmitted Infection Nurse specialist will work under the direction of the Supervisor of Clinical Operations and the HIV medical specialists by coordinating the patient’s care following the established protocol at PA Thrive Partnership, a Ryan White Program housed in the northwest region of Pennsylvania. The duties include performing direct patient care, phlebotomy services, administering treatment as prescribed, adherence counseling, HIV counseling and testing services, and offering guidance and direction to patients and family members.

Typical Work activities:

1.) Assessment

Perform a nursing assessment- to include demographics, medical/physical status, and mental/emotional/behavioral status
Triage all medically related telephone or telehealth encounters
Recognize and interpret symptoms of the patient’s condition
Perform triage and examination
Observe and correct, if possible, environmental factors dealing with comfort and safety of the patients
Prepare patients for physicians’ examination, draw routine laboratory studies as required, administer injections, assess vital signs, measure height and weight, perform skin testing and provide immunizations as ordered

2.) Activities

Administration of treatment as directed by PA Thrive Partnership HIV medical specialists
Provide new patient education to patients and family
Conduct patient and/or family education in an ongoing fashion following the educational protocol
Assist with the coordination of transportation efforts with the appropriate case manager to ensure the patients have access to care
Develop a plan of care with the patient based on the patient’s individual needs, available community resources, and financial resources

3.) Monitoring and Evaluation

Assure patient’s care and condition is monitored by frequent phone calls and office visits
Evaluate the effectiveness of the current medical treatment, and notify the medical specialists if there are concerns
Reassess the patient at established intervals to:
Determine if his/her condition or situation has changed,
Evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan in meeting predetermined goals
Determine if services continue to be cost effective for the patient
Revise goals and/or plan of services accordingly.
Establish and maintain up-to-date patient records including assessment, service plan implementation and evaluation of care
Submit data reports, at designated intervals, using a standard format for program monitoring and evaluation
Follow Up
Follow up with the patient on a monthly basis and or prn either by phone, telehealth or in person
Discharge Planning
Prepare patient for discharge from the clinical program when services are no longer required or requested. Make arrangements for any post-discharge ongoing support/direct care services for the patient

4.) Travel to Rural Health Care Clinics

Expanded work hours
Travel to remote clinical sites on clinical days, leaving before scheduled work hours and returning after scheduled work hours, earning compensation time
Attend educational sessions requiring travel to begin and end outside the usual scheduled workday
Lifting/carrying/transporting heavy clinical equipment and charts
The ability to lift/carry and or transport chart bags and clinical equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. This includes up and down no less that one flight of steps

5.) Office Duties:

Coordination of Care

Coordinate a holistic approach to the care of HIV+ patient with the HIV medical specialist, primary health care physician and the appropriate medical case manager

Coordinate the recommendations of the HIV medical specialist with other members of the health care team, and report changes in the patient’s condition as indicated

Coordinating lab work, as per the medical specialist’s directive. Laboratory referrals will be made to local hospital and/or reference labs. Lab work will be obtained prior to clinic visits for the physician medical specialist’s review

Data Entry

Operate and maintain an electronic medical record (EMR)

Abide by the policies surrounding Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, and Act 148 /Act 59 of 2011, an amendment to Pennsylvania’s Confidentiality of HIV-Related Information Act (commonly known as Act 148).

Supply de-identified data for use in clinical quality initiatives (CQI), benchmarking, as well as measurements for quality of care markers

Quality Management

Complete one (1) hour of quality management training annually

Participate in the agency quality management team and projects

Facilitate improved health outcomes as a result of quality indicators

Office Management:

Requisition medical supplies, lab supplies and specimen collection for all HIV clinics

Check equipment in the HIV clinic to assure it is in proper working order

Participate in emergency drills and maintain current Nursing License in Pennsylvania

Dispose of biohazardous waste in appropriate waste containers

Perform basic office management duties, such as: answering phones and directing calls, scanning and faxing documents, checking inventory, assisting in planning efforts, developing policy and procedures etc.

Complete other tasks as assigned by the Executive Directive, HIV Medical Director, HIV medical specialists, or the Supervisor of Clinical Operations

7.) Counseling and Testing

Certification in HIV Counseling and Testing by the Department of Health
Perform HIV Counseling and Testing upon request

8.) Special Projects/Programs

Adherence Programs

Coordinate and supervise medication adherence in a clinical setting

Educate patients living with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C (HCV) about the disease process, treatments, and primarily medications adherence

Provide written, verbal and audio media to assist learning

Individualize the teaching plan per the patient’s needs

Hepatitis C (HCV)

Attend trainings regarding testing and treatment of HCV virus in a co-infected population

Provide the co-infected patient support during HCV treatment

Facilitate treatment under the direction of the medical specialists

Provide Education to the patient and family surrounding the disease process and prevention techniques

Referral Program

Coordinate referrals to outside medical specialists on behalf of the active clinical patients

Initiate required referrals, and facilitate referrals made by the clinics sub-contracted by PA Thrive Partnership

Track referrals from initiation through completion and report those activities to the Supervisor of Clinical Operations

Monitor and re-assess patient follow through with appointments/services retention in HIV care

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to coordinate and direct multi-disciplinary services
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family, and provider agencies
Ability to work in harmony with all levels of medical specialists from varied disciplines
Ability to work independently, as well as with a team
Exercise good judgment in the development and implementation of service plans
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to plan and organize work
Possess counseling skills with an understanding of family dynamics and an ability to recognize the need for financial planning
Demonstrate high level of initiative and resourcefulness
Extensive travel required

Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary

Experience delivering physiological, psychological or social services in a community setting is required, with knowledge of relevant issues in this target group is preferred
Computer literacy
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Active Pennsylvania Nursing license
Valid driver’s license
Experience delivering physiological, psychological or social services in a community setting is required, with knowledge of relevant issues in this target group is preferred
Employee required to secure 30 hours of HIV specific training over a two year period

MUST COMPLY WITH CLIENT CONFIDENTIALITY ACT 148/ ACT 59 of 2011, AN ADMENDMENT TO PENNSYLVANIA’S CONFIDENTIALITY OF HIV-RELATED INFORMATION ACT AT ALL TIMES

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of two years of clinic experience, including assessment skills and infectious protocols is preferred
Experience working with HIV/AIDS and HCV patients is preferred
Experience with individuals infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS is preferred
Four years direct experience in a nursing capacity

Physical Demands

Must have reliable transportation, as travel is required
Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects

Work Location

PA Thrive - Erie Office

Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?

Work Hours

Posting Date

09/26/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Diversity Statement

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.

ADA Statement

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, Executive Director of Equity and Title IX, [email protected]; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to equal employment and equal educational opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator/Director of Equity and Title IX, 423 Becht Hall 16214-1232; Email [email protected] or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.

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