Registered Nurse – Operating Room

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks an Inpatient Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care following nursing standards. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, and collaboration with the medical team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety initiatives, and patient-centered care, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Preferred OR experience and scrubbing skills; training provided if needed.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment, adapt to shift rotations, and respond to on-call requests.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies.
• Assess and address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Develop and coordinate individualized care plans, including education and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Delegate tasks, promote teamwork, troubleshoot equipment, and participate in quality initiatives.
• Engage in unit-based decisions and safety programs to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Specialty Nursing Training Program

Job description

Role: Inpatient Registered Nurse responsible for delivering comprehensive patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with state nursing standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct patient care such as treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies.
• Conducting assessments and addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Developing and coordinating individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient needs.
• Delegating tasks, promoting teamwork, troubleshooting equipment, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
• Engaging in unit-based decision-making and safety programs to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Preferred OR experience and scrubbing skills; training provided if needed.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment, adapt to shift rotations, and respond to on-call requests.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Additional Information: The role offers opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and involvement in safety and quality initiatives. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and patient-centered care in a supportive environment.