Specialty Nurse-Allergy

Job description

The Specialty Nurse is responsible for an area of specialized nursing practice, and provides direct and indirect care to patients and their families in the ambulatory and outpatient settings. Utilizes the nursing process as a basis for providing and evaluating nursing care. Applies knowledge of growth and development, pathophysiology and family dynamics in delivery of care. The specialty nurse for the division of allergy and immunology will serve as a clinical expert and resource for the allergy nursing team as well as providing clinical support to the physician and APP staff. This Nursing position is with varying hours Monday-Friday at NCH Wilmington Ambulatory as well any Delaware Valley locations that support Allergy clinics. Essential Functions: 2. Performs ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient progress and revision of interdisciplinary plan of care related to patient needs. 3. Identifies patient/family need for further resources and initiates appropriate teaching and/or referrals. 4. Participates in responding to patient phone calls. Explains treatment regimens to patient/family after having discussed with the physician or APP. 5. Demonstrates ability to share clinical...