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Perform daily rounds on assigned inpatients to Assess Patient Status, Prescribe, Plan, Coordinate, Implement and Evaluate Patient Care.
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Perform advanced clinical assessment of assigned patients for clinical interventions.
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Performs initial evaluation, history and physical exam on all assigned patients to support the admission process.
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Order and Interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
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Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patients clinical status and documentation of the same.
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Coordinates a smooth transition to aftercare by contacting family/treating physicians as identified.
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Develops care plans and DC plans in conjunction with the case management team.
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Utilizes prescriptive services as allowed by the PA Board of Medical Examiners and Practitioners.
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Documents all prescriptions in the medical record.
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Assesses patients for change in status and institutes appropriate interventions to stabilize the patient.
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Provides family- centered care by communication with the family regarding the health needs of their loved one.
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Accepts “first call” for patient clinical concerns identified by floor nurses and therapists, forming a clinical plan; communicating with physician when appropriate.
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Serves as a clinical expert and leadership consultant to nursing and members of the team.
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Maintains open communication with referring and consulting physicians regarding issues that are impeding progress and keeping established goals from being achieved.
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Participates and supports compliance, accreditation and educational needs of the patients, family members and staff providing formal/informal education to nurses to enhance their critical thinking skills and become more proficient in physical assessment, interpretation of findings/data
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Increasing their awareness of noting subtle changes that may need immediate MD/NP assessment.
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Role models advanced proactive professional nursing through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, leadership, ethical decision-making, critical thinking and problem-solving.
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Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education.
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Enhances the body of knowledge of nursing or area of specialization through exchange of ideas and knowledge in professional organizations, presentations, research activities and written publications.
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Collaborates with hospital Administration in identifying hospital needs to support goals and initiatives.
