Per Diem RN – Short Stay PACU & Recovery Care

Commonwealth Health; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, part of Commonwealth Health, is seeking a Short Stay Unit Registered Nurse for per diem coverage (8 hours per week). The role focuses on delivering direct professional nursing care and coordinating patient care within established policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe care environment, applying current nursing practices, and collaborating with the health care team to promote patient well-being and smooth discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Managerial, clinical, communication and teaching skills required.
• Ability to handle stress and react to emergencies; commitment to quality care.
• Licensure and BLS competencies are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct professional nursing care for assigned patients in Short Stay Unit, following policies and guidelines.

Skills

Managerial skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Independent thinking

Pharmacology

Aseptic technique

Teaching skills

Documentation

Job description

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, part of Commonwealth Health, is seeking a Short Stay Unit Registered Nurse for per diem coverage (8 hours per week). The role focuses on delivering direct professional nursing care and coordinating patient care within established policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe care environment, applying current nursing practices, and collaborating with the health care team to promote patient well-being and smooth discharge planning.