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Job TitleNursing Professional CompanyAllegheny Health Network LocationAllegheny General Hospital Department5A Telemetry Observation Shift80 hours every two weeks Unit DescriptionAllegheny General Hospital's 5A Telemetry Observation Unit is a specialized 38 bed unit focused on providing rapid assessment, treatment, and monitoring for patients with acute medical conditions. The unit primarily serves patients presenting with chest pain, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), trauma, and altered mental status. Patients awaiting IR procedures, and those no longer able to care for themselves at home, are also cared for on this unit. 5A operates as a Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) or Observation Unit, providing a bridge between the Emergency Department and longer stay inpatient care. Hospital OverviewAllegheny General Hospital (AGH), located on the North Side of Pittsburgh, is a 550+ bed hospital renowned for its advanced care across nearly every medical and surgical specialty. AGH is proud to hold Magnet recognition for nursing excellence and was the first accredited Level 1 Trauma Center in western Pennsylvania, providing 24/7 care for all types of traumatic injuries. Network OverviewAt AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This multi-hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
Job Responsibilities: Directs and provides professional nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; coordinates the daily clinical and operational components of the unit.
Essential Responsibilities: Oversees, monitors and collects data related to the facility and department's quality and satisfaction measures. Serves as the clinical expert and role model for staff. Monitors and mentors staff performance and follows up appropriately with staff. May perform these duties in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrates effective leadership skills by effective communication and interpersonal skills. Enhance professional relationships and achieves desired outcomes. Utilizes the nursing process in providing and coordinating the plan of patient care for the age appropriate population. Assures appropriate staffing levels and staffing mix to optimize routine operations within the context of productivity requirements. Performs other duties as assigned or required QualificationsMinimum Bachelor's Degree Nursing or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of Bachelor's Degree. Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Preferred BSN 3 years' experience in clinical specialty Previous supervisory experience Certification in area of specialty
Additional Employment Requirements: Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate CPRAmerican Heart Association

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