Registered Nurse – Ambulatory Surgery

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a registered nurse (RN) to deliver comprehensive patient care, including assessments, IV starts, med administration, and point-of-care testing.

The RN will monitor patient conditions, educate patients and caregivers, and participate in quality and safety initiatives. Leadership duties include supervising staff, orienting new team members, and serving as charge nurse as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program is required.
• CNOR certification preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to perform technical procedures and monitor patient responses.
• Commitment to safety, quality improvement, and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care including assessment, preparation, and post-procedure support.
• Perform IV starts, medication administration, and point-of-care testing.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes in status.
• Educate patients and caregivers; collaborate with staff.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead or orient team members and perform charge nurse duties as needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Leadership abilities

Education

Nursing specialty training program

Job description

The registered nurse (RN) provides comprehensive patient care, including assessment, preparation, and post-procedure support, ensuring safety and high patient satisfaction. Responsibilities include performing IV starts, medication administration, point-of-care testing, and monitoring patient conditions. The RN collaborates with staff, educates patients and caregivers, and participates in quality improvement and safety initiatives. Leadership duties involve supervising staff, orienting new team members, and assuming charge nurse roles as needed. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to regulatory standards, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program (required)
• Experience in operating room settings and CNOR certification preferred but not mandatory
• Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills
• Ability to perform technical procedures and monitor patient responses
• Commitment to safety, quality improvement, and team collaboration

The position offers a dynamic environment focused on professional growth, innovation, and delivering exceptional patient care, with flexible shifts, potential on-call duties, and opportunities for leadership and development.