On-site RN – Care Team Leader

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes leadership, infection control, documentation, and patient education to promote positive outcomes.

The position requires a nursing program graduate, strong leadership, and the ability to communicate complex topics. A BSN is preferred; expect on-site, full-time hours and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
• A Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn’t worked in an acute care setting for his / her most recent three consecutive years of professional employment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred; One (1) year medical-surgical experience may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care for a designated group of patients.
• Coordinates, directs and actively participates as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional societies.
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions and needs.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Judgment

Effective communication

Education

Accredited Nursing Program graduate

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes leadership, infection control, documentation, and patient education to promote positive outcomes.

The position requires a nursing program graduate, strong leadership, and the ability to communicate complex topics. A BSN is preferred; expect on-site, full-time hours and ongoing professional development.