Registered Nurse - Advanced Acute Care Unit

Live Well Homecare; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Private rooms in new acute care unit

Learning and growth opportunities

Community involvement

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Scranton, PA, seeks an experienced inpatient nurse to provide comprehensive assessments, treatments, medications, and diagnostics in a high-quality acute care setting.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate individualized care plans, educate patients and families on health management and discharge, and promote safety and evidence-based practice.

Flexible hours and opportunities for professional growth in a new unit with private rooms.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a nursing specialty training program, with a focus on patient-centered care, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning.
• Coordinate and delegate tasks, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity and team expertise.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and evidence-based practice decision-making.
• Engage in team activities, promote collaboration, and support organizational goals.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure a safe clinical environment.

Skills

Nursing specialty training

Patient-centered care

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing comprehensive inpatient nursing care, including assessments, treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures, in accordance with established standards and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care, addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning.
• Coordinate and delegate tasks, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity and team expertise.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and evidence-based practice decision-making.
• Engage in team activities, promote collaboration, and support organizational goals.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure a safe clinical environment.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduation from a nursing specialty training program, with a focus on patient-centered care, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability. Ability to work in a dynamic, clinical setting and participate actively in quality and safety programs.

Additional Details

Opportunities to learn and grow within a new, advanced acute care unit with private rooms. Flexible hours and participation in organizational initiatives are encouraged. The role emphasizes a commitment to safety, professional development, and community involvement.