On Call Registered Nurse

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer

Job Summary: With responsibility of the care of our Participants 24 Hours, 7 days a week, this position work on-call and will be responsible for the telephonic assessment and in person assessment as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for on-call phone calls and communication that occurs involving Participant care through our on-call system.
• Be able to utilize clinical knowledge and critical thinking to determine best course of action when receiving on-call phone calls.
• Ensure high quality care and communication is delivered at all times.
• Provide direct care to the patients, including triage, administering treatments and medications.
• Assist in development, follow and coordinate each Participant comprehensive assessment and plan of care.
• Notify physician, when necessary, of changes in the patients condition, weight, medication errors, medication management issues, abnormal laboratory/x-ray results and any other unusual observation.
• Complete all necessary documentation according to regulations and LIFE Pittsburgh’s policies/procedures.

Working Conditions:

• Works within the LIFE Pittsburgh Adult Day Health Centers (ADHC), or occasional travel between centers for other related functions.  

Knowledge /Skills / Abilities

• Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the specific needs of the Participant.
• Frequently required to manage many details within a fast paced environment
• Possesses knowledge of the Human Anatomy and development of the Participant served.
• Understands the range of treatment needed by the participant served.
• Well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed.
• Ability to multi task and problem solve complex situations
• Must be able to support cognitively impaired seniors and their families to deal with sensitive issues and facilitate problem solving.
• Must be flexible and able to change easily.
• Ability to work with people from various social- cultural backgrounds effectively

Required Certification/License:

• Valid PA Registered Nurse License
• Valid CPR certification
• Valid Driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Must have a vehicle for travel

Education/Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelors preferred)
• Minimum (1) year experience working with the frail or elderly
• Experience working with and relating to the geriatric population and their family members

The position description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and the general duties and responsibilities associated with the position. It is not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve overtime and; therefore, the description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. Staff may be asked to perform essential and non-essential functions at any time with or without notice