Part-Time RN: Unit Care Leader & Team Support

Berks Libraries; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks Libraries is seeking a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania to provide quality care for residents per established policies. The role may step in as Charge Nurse in the absence of the unit Charge Nurse.

You will perform assessments, revise care plans, administer medications, and participate in QA monitoring. This on-site position requires leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current Pennsylvania nursing license.
• Must possess leadership ability and cooperate with other department heads when assuming relief duties.
• Ability to speak/read/write English fluently and follow oral/written directions; handle stress.

Responsibilities

• Assists Charge Nurse in care and management of unit.
• Assists in maintaining a therapeutic regimen for all residents on the unit.
• Assists in assessing residents, reviewing and revising nursing care plans and goals for each resident.
• Implements IV therapy as ordered according to policy/procedure.
• Receives and transcribes physicians’ telephone orders as necessary.
• Assigns and advises personnel assigned to unit in Charge Nurse’s absence.
• Assists in guidance and orientation of new personnel.
• Promotes continuity of care through good communication and cooperation with other departments. Makes unit rounds in Charge Nurse’s absence to ensure that every resident is receiving quality care.
• Assists in keeping adequate inventory of supplies on the unit.
• Does quality assurance (QA) monitoring and reporting.
• Participates in in-service programs on a regular basis.
• Admits, transfers, and discharges residents.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Gives emergency care if needed; notify Supervisor promptly.
• Maintains nursing records in a proper and timely manner.
• Maintains a professional attitude toward residents, families, and visitors.
• Notifies families of changes in resident’s condition or transfer in Charge Nurse’s absence.
• Relieves unit Charge Nurse as needed.
• Overtime may be mandated when necessary per PA MOT Act 102.

Skills

English fluency

Oral and written directions

Team collaboration

Stress management

On-site presence

Education

Current PA nursing license

Job description

Berks Libraries is seeking a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania to provide quality care for residents per established policies. The role may step in as Charge Nurse in the absence of the unit Charge Nurse.

You will perform assessments, revise care plans, administer medications, and participate in QA monitoring. This on-site position requires leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety and documentation.