Registered Nurse: Patient-Centered Care Leader

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a registered nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for a designated patient group. You will coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to promote positive outcomes and ensure safe, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to standards, infection control, and effective communication across shifts. A nursing degree with licensure is required, with preferred bachelor’s degree and acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Nursing refresher course may be required if employee hasn’t worked in an acute care setting in the last three years.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing publications.
• Assure quality of care by following standards and regulations and adjusting as needed.
• Protect patients by adhering to infection-control policies and medication procedures.
• Document patient care in charts and department records.
• Maintain continuity among nursing teams by communicating actions and continuing needs.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Legal/Regulatory knowledge

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

NN Nursing bachelor preferred

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a registered nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for a designated patient group. You will coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to promote positive outcomes and ensure safe, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to standards, infection control, and effective communication across shifts. A nursing degree with licensure is required, with preferred bachelor’s degree and acute care experience.