Cardiac Step-Down RN: Per Diem, High-Acuity Care

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Care.com membership with discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Shared governance structure

Mentorship from nursing leaders

Community involvement via ERGs

Job summary

Geisinger in Scranton, PA is seeking a per diem Inpatient Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care on the Cardiac Step Down unit. This role offers competitive market pay rates and a shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends, reflecting the high acuity of care and need for flexibility.

You will collaborate with a team of nursing leaders, participate in patient assessments, administering treatments and medications, and contribute to ongoing quality and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
• Cardiac step-down or similar high-acuity inpatient experience preferred.
• Per diem availability and flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including treatments and medications per policy.
• Perform nursing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team and discharge planning.
• Maintain patient safety and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Cardiac nursing

Critical care

Inpatient care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Job description

Geisinger in Scranton, PA is seeking a per diem Inpatient Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care on the Cardiac Step Down unit. This role offers competitive market pay rates and a shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends, reflecting the high acuity of care and need for flexibility.

You will collaborate with a team of nursing leaders, participate in patient assessments, administering treatments and medications, and contribute to ongoing quality and safety initiatives.