Night Shift RN: Ortho/Med Surg – Patient-Centered Care

Jefferson Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health Northeast seeks a professional Registered Nurse to provide patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process. You will collaborate with the care team to deliver individualized plans addressing physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs.

Strong knowledge of evidence-based practice, documentation, and effective communication is required. Active Pennsylvania RN license and commitment to safety and quality improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a specialized diploma.
• Knowledge of patient- and family-centered care principles and collaboration with patients/families in care planning.
• Cultural awareness and ability to engage with diverse patient populations.
• Proficiency in health information documentation and accurate record-keeping.
• Familiarity with evidence-based practice and applying clinical guidelines.
• Ability to work in inter-professional teams and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to safety, quality improvement, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients and families to develop and implement individualized nursing plans.
• Apply nursing process, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to care.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment and post-discharge needs.
• Adhere to nursing protocols to minimize harm and ensure patient safety.
• Utilize information systems to document care and monitor outcomes.
• Collaborate with the care team to support high-quality patient care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Effective communication

Cultural awareness

Health information documentation

Evidence-based practice

Team collaboration

Quality and safety improvement

Education

Specialized Diploma (Nursing)

Bachelor’s Degree BSN (preferred)

Job description

Jefferson Health Northeast seeks a professional Registered Nurse to provide patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process. You will collaborate with the care team to deliver individualized plans addressing physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs.

Strong knowledge of evidence-based practice, documentation, and effective communication is required. Active Pennsylvania RN license and commitment to safety and quality improvement are essential.