Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Full time
Position Overview:
Full-time position. Day Shift with occasional evening shifts required. No weekends or holidays.

Practice Location:
Family Medicine Clinic

Work Schedule:
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening shifts.

Role Summary:
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will deliver nursing care to patients within a healthcare setting.

Patient care encompasses various age groups, including:
- Pediatric (infants to 12 years)
- Adolescent (13 to 17 years)
- Adult (18 to 64 years)
- Geriatric (over 64 years)

Key Responsibilities:

Qualified candidates must possess the capability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide clinical guidance via phone or electronic communication based on clinical assessments and triage protocols in line with regulatory standards.
  • Consult with healthcare providers as needed.
  • Deliver patient-specific education covering preventive care, chronic disease management, acute diagnosis, medications, and other relevant areas affecting patient outcomes.
  • Prepare patients for consultations using established rooming standards.
  • Administer injections and medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider, adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory standards.
  • Assist healthcare providers with various procedures, minor surgeries, and examinations as directed.
  • Conduct Point of Care Testing, including but not limited to hearing, flu, urine, and strep tests.
  • Collect blood or other laboratory specimens and prepare them for further analysis.
  • Authorize prescription refills as instructed by the healthcare provider.
  • Assist with tracking tests and monitoring overdue results.
  • Remove sutures and change dressings on wounds as necessary.
  • Ensure examination rooms are well-stocked and sanitized after each patient visit.
  • Maintain and clean medical instruments and equipment following each procedure.
  • Support healthcare providers and patients in reviewing and updating care plans, assessing patient progress, and following up as necessary.
  • Engage in proactive outreach for patients needing preventive and chronic disease services.
  • Coordinate care activities among specialists and manage transitions of care to gather all necessary patient information.
  • Assist in coordinating referrals, education, and community resources.
  • Actively participate in initiatives aimed at improving patient experience and quality of care.
  • Participate in daily team meetings with healthcare providers.
  • Serve as an advocate for patient experience by maintaining a positive demeanor during interactions with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
  • Communicate professionally with all patients, visitors, and colleagues, prioritizing customer service while ensuring confidentiality of patient information in accordance with privacy policies.

Additional Responsibilities:
The following tasks are considered secondary to the primary responsibilities listed above:
  • Perform various administrative duties as needed.
  • May require some travel; a valid driver's license is necessary if traveling.
  • Participate in on-call responsibilities as required. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:


Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • Completion of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) educational program.
  • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
  • AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

This role necessitates occasional travel to multiple sites.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1 to 2 years of nursing experience in a primary or specialty care setting.
  • Prior experience in triage, emergency care, cardiac care, intensive care, or other related nursing specialties.

Benefits Overview:

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Shift, Weekend, and On-Call Differentials
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
  • Child Care Subsidies
  • Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to building a diverse workforce.

All positions will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.



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