Registered Nurse – Perioperative Unit

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

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks an Inpatient Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based patient care in a clinical setting. You will complete assessments and develop care plans addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs while providing direct patient care and medications within established policies.

Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes, participate in quality initiatives, and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Ability to perform assessments, coordinate care, and work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and develop individualized care plans addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, adhering to policies and procedures.
• Evaluate nursing interventions and modify plans based on patient responses.
• Collaborate with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary team members to resolve patient needs.
• Participate in unit decision-making, quality and safety education, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Ensure patient safety, promote satisfaction, and coordinate care to optimize outcomes.
• Engage in troubleshooting equipment issues and maintain compliance with organizational policies.

Skills

Nursing degree

Assessment skills

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

Specialty nursing program

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Role: Inpatient Registered Nurse responsible for delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care in a clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete assessments and develop individualized care plans addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, adhering to policies and procedures.
• Evaluate nursing interventions and modify plans based on patient responses.
• Collaborate proactively with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary team members to resolve patient needs.
• Participate in unit decision-making, quality and safety education, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Ensure patient safety, promote satisfaction, and coordinate care to optimize outcomes.
• Engage in troubleshooting equipment issues and maintain compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required); Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Ability to perform assessments, coordinate care, and work effectively within a team.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Additional Details: Work hours include 11a-11:30p with on-call requirements, every other weekend and holiday. The role emphasizes compassionate care, safety, and continuous quality improvement within a supportive, diverse work environment.