Pediatric Mobile Services Nurse - (Part-time, 20hrs/week)
Pediatric Mobile Services Nurse - (Part-time, 20hrs/week)
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At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists life-changing care or something in-between we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Lippincott - 303 Lippincott DriveRemote Type:
On-SiteEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Part timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
20Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Job Summary:
Virtua Pediatric Mobile Services (VPMS) Nurse is responsible for providing mobile clinical services to children living in underserved and impoverished urban and rural communities throughout South Jersey. Provides services that include lead/glucose/hemoglobin screenings vision and hearing screenings vaccinations physicals and care follow-up etc. Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to deliver therapeutic interventions and create an environment which promotes healing and wellness. Must be able to work and communicate with diverse communities and to coordinate support and services for children and their families. Demonstrates leadership by adhering to standards of patient care and providing the highest level of customer service.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform and document nursing processes assessment/screening diagnosis planning implementation and evaluation of patients receiving care in-person and in the community. Review and follow-up on parent/caregiver education and coordinate referral and/or follow up services. Mentor resident physicians and nursing students as needed. Upkeep of medical equipment and standing orders.
Responsible for education and outreach within the local communities to raise awareness of the pediatric mobile services program and develop and maintain strong working relationships with consumers and external stakeholders.
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience:
Demonstrated interest in community social justice public health and/or local economies and be motivated by the mission of providing valuable services and resources to children and their families by creating sustainable programs and policies to address these needs and services.
Able to work independently and interdependently with other staff and volunteers.
Must display ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds abilities opinions and perceptions and demonstrate the ability to treat all people with equity and respect.
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a pediatric setting required.
Required Education:
Graduate of accredited nursing program.
Training / Certification / Licensure:
Current State of New Jersey nursing license to practice as a registered nurse. Current CPR certification and BLS.
Valid NJ License.
Hourly Rate: $35.09 - $54.43 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicants experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues including but not limited to: medical/prescription dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws short-term disability and optional long-term disability colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.For more benefits information click here.
Employment Type
Part-Time
