Registered Nurse – Advanced Acute Care Surgical Trauma Unit

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an Inpatient Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a clinical setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for varied patient populations.

The role requires a graduate from a specialty nursing program and emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment. Evening/night shifts with every-other weekend and holiday coverage are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a specialty nursing training program (required).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments, administer medications, and conduct diagnostic studies following policies.
• Assess patient needs within scope of practice and unit standards.
• Address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Evaluate nursing interventions and modify care plans based on patient responses.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient needs.
• Delegate tasks and promote teamwork, adjusting assignments as patient conditions change.
• Manage equipment troubleshooting and participate in evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Contribute to quality, safety, and organizational improvement efforts.

Skills

Specialty nursing

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Fast-paced

Safety-focused

Patient-centered care

Continuous learning

Education

Specialty nursing training program

Job description

Role: Inpatient Registered Nurse providing direct patient care in a clinical setting, responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Responsibilities:

• Perform treatments, administer medications, and conduct diagnostic studies following policies.
• Assess patient needs within scope of practice and unit standards.
• Address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Evaluate nursing interventions and modify care plans based on patient responses.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient needs.
• Delegate tasks and promote teamwork, adjusting assignments as patient conditions change.
• Manage equipment troubleshooting and participate in evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Contribute to quality, safety, and organizational improvement efforts.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from a specialty nursing training program (required).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Additional Details: The role involves working evening/night shifts, every other weekend and holiday, with opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and participation in safety and quality initiatives.