Registered Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown Unit

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in the United States is seeking an Inpatient Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care including assessments, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, while addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.

The role involves developing care plans with interdisciplinary teams, patient and family education, discharge planning, and participation in safety and quality initiatives, with shifts typically 7:00 pm–7:30 am,

Qualifications

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program (required). Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to perform assessments, prioritize care, and coordinate multidisciplinary activities.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Educates patients and families, manages discharge planning, and evaluates intervention effectiveness.
• Collaborates proactively with physicians and healthcare staff to meet patient needs.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and participates in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Contributes to quality improvement, safety initiatives, and unit-based decision-making.
• Acts with compassion, promotes safety, and aims to maximize patient satisfaction.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Communication

Education

Nursing specialty training program

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview:

The Inpatient Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care, including assessments, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, while addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops, coordinates, and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.


• Educates patients and families, manages discharge planning, and evaluates intervention effectiveness.


• Collaborates proactively with physicians and healthcare staff to meet patient needs.


• Troubleshoots equipment issues and participates in evidence-based practice decisions.


• Contributes to quality improvement, safety initiatives, and unit-based decision-making.


• Acts with compassion, promotes safety, and aims to maximize patient satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program (required); Bachelor's degree preferred.


• Ability to perform assessments, prioritize care, and coordinate multidisciplinary activities.


• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Additional Details:

The role involves working in a clinical environment, with shifts typically 7p-7:30a, including every other weekend and holidays. The position promotes professional growth through ongoing education and participation in safety and quality initiatives.