registered nurse - Indiana, PA , USA, United States - Indiana Regional Medical Center

    Indiana Regional Medical Center
    Indiana Regional Medical Center Indiana, PA , USA, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description
    Nationally Recognized by Newsweek one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023. We offer competitive wages and benefits, community involvement, opportunities for career advancement, tuition reimbursement. Join a growing independent, community healthcare system.

    Job Summary

    Coordinates the provision of direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards.

    The Registered/Graduate Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care, policies and procedures.

    Participates in teaching and involves individuals and their families in their health promotion, maintenance, restoration and rehabilitation. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with other members of the health team. Directs and assists Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Nursing Students in rendering care to patients.

    Works collaboratively with all members of the patient care team and provides leadership so that standards of professional nursing practice are maintained in the clinical setting.

    Is able to respond quickly and appropriately to changes in patients' clinical conditions. Demonstrates ability to function as a charge nurse as assigned.

    Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the span of life and identifies age specific needs and plans care accordingly.

    Maintains responsibility and accountability for their individual professional practice and all actions as a licensed nurse for the quality of care delivered.

    Job Specification


    • Minimum Education Required
    • Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
    • Licensure/Certification Required
    • Must possess current license as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or eligible nurse must pass their nursing boards within 6 months of hire.
    • Must be BLS certified required (or obtain within one month of hire).
    Skills


    • Must possess nursing knowledge to effectively assess patients to formulate, implement and evaluate plans of care and document completely.
    • Must demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families and other members of the health care team.
    • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position and complete the established orientation process.
    • Must demonstrate the ability to utilize the hospital computer system.
    • Must demonstrate commitment to service excellence and performance improvement.
    Shifts


    • Rotation Hours Shifts weekly.