Registered Nurse - Perioperative Unit

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

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre seeks an Inpatient Registered Nurse to assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will collaborate with physicians and the care team, develop individualized care plans, administer treatments, and support discharge planning while prioritizing patient safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (required).
• Experience in clinical assessment, patient care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing 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.
• Administering treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests following policies and procedures.
• Evaluating intervention outcomes and adjusting care plans accordingly.
• Collaborating with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient needs.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues and participating in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Contributing to quality and safety initiatives, and actively participating as a team member to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role: Inpatient Registered Nurse responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities Include

• Performing 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.
• Administering treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests following policies and procedures.
• Evaluating intervention outcomes and adjusting care plans accordingly.
• Collaborating with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient needs.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues and participating in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Contributing to quality and safety initiatives, and actively participating as a team member to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (required); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Experience in clinical assessment, patient care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Additional Details:

The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, with scheduled hours that include evenings, every other weekend, holidays, and on-call duties. The position emphasizes compassionate care, patient safety, and promoting a positive patient experience.