Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit

Lifepoint Health®; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Paid time off and family leave

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for the Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, PA. In this full-time role, you will be pivotal in delivering compassionate nursing care in our Transitional Care Unit, focused on rehabilitation and patient independence.

The ideal candidate will hold a current RN license and a bachelor’s degree in nursing, with prior long-term care experience preferred. We offer a competitive salary, up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates, and an excellent benefits package tailored for your well-being and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license issued by the state.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred two years of nursing and long-term care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of residents and establishes care priorities.
• Monitor and document changes in residents’ conditions.
• Administer medications and initiate IV therapy.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding resident information.
• Participate in unit policy and procedure reviews.

Skills

Current state RN license

BLS certification

CPR certification

Two years of nursing experience

Long-term care experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Job Type: Full Time | Variable 8- & 12-hour shifts and every other weekend and holiday rotation. No on-call

Up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates

Your Experience Matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is a 30-bed, hospital-based, short-term rehabilitation unit located at Memorial Medical Center. Patients receive daily skilled nursing care along with a minimum of two hours per day of physical, occupational, and speech therapy, supporting a safe and efficient transition back home.

TCU features 24 patient rooms, including 18 private and 6 semi-private accommodations. Patients typically stay 10-12 days to recover strength and independence following surgery or acute illness. Common care needs include post-operative recovery, wound care, IV therapy, chronic disease management, pain management, and education for new diagnoses.

Staffing & Support

• Day Shift (7A): Typically staffed with 3-4 licensed nurses (mix of RNs and LPNs based on census) and 2-3 CNAs
• Night Shift (7P): Typically staffed with 2-3 licensed nurses (RN/LPN mix) and 2 CNAs
• Average daily census up to 24 patients

This unit offers a team-oriented environment focused on rehabilitation, patient education, and helping individuals regain independence and return home safely.

How You’ll Contribute

• Assesses needs of residents and establishes priorities for resident care based on medical and nursing diagnoses.
• Reassesses and evaluates changes in residents’ condition and documents these changes.
• Assists with the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS).
• Assesses learning needs of residents and/or families.
• Provides teaching based on standardized teaching protocols in conjunction with the resident’s plan of care.
• Evaluates outcomes of teaching residents and/or families.
• Documents pertinent data and/or relevant information in the resident’s medical record.
• In the absence of D.O.N., provides supervisory responsibilities including discipline, assignments, scheduling and evaluation of job performance.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding resident information.
• Accurately initiates and transcribes physician orders in a timely manner.
• Administers medications in accordance with nursing policies and procedures and all applicable regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for initiating and monitoring IV therapy, etc.
• Participates in reviewing/revising unit philosophies and objectives, policy and procedure manuals, etc.
• Follows care plans to ensure that resident care needs are met.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and organize work with flexibility. Completes assigned work during shift in a timely, accurate manner.
• Establishes a plan of care on new admissions and updates it with changing needs and/or conditions of the residents.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• CPR Certification.
• Two years of nursing experience preferred.
• One year of long-term care experience preferred.
• LTC experience preferred.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.