Per Diem Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Azza HealthCare Agency; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Danville, PA is seeking an experienced inpatient nurse to provide comprehensive care in a 30-bed advanced acute care unit spanning medical, trauma, neuro, and surgical patients.

The role emphasizes assessments, care planning, treatments, collaboration with physicians, safety, discharge planning, and participation in quality improvement and mentorship within a supportive, diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a specialized nursing program is required.
• Compassionate patient interactions, problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and adaptability are essential.
• Flexibility in availability and minimum of 24 hours per schedule are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs, develop and coordinate individualized care plans, deliver treatments and medications, and evaluate intervention effectiveness.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safety, patient satisfaction, and adherence to policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice decisions.

Skills

Compassionate patient interactions

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Graduation from a specialized nursing program

Job description

Role Overview

Provides comprehensive inpatient nursing care in a 30-bed advanced acute care unit, focusing on medical, trauma, neuro, and surgical patients.

Responsibilities

Assess patient needs, develop and coordinate individualized care plans, deliver treatments and medications, and evaluate intervention effectiveness. Collaborate proactively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, patient satisfaction, and adherence to policies. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice decisions.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduation from a specialized nursing program is required. Candidates should demonstrate compassionate patient interactions, problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and adaptability to a broad range of diagnoses. Flexibility in availability and minimum of 24 hours per schedule are essential.

Key Duties

Complete assessments, address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs, educate patients and families, and participate in discharge planning. Maintain safety standards and contribute to unit and organizational goals.

Additional Information

The position offers opportunities for growth, mentorship, and involvement in safety and quality initiatives within a supportive environment committed to excellence and diversity. Strong communication, clinical judgment, and commitment to safe patient care are vital.