Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit

Lifepoint Health®; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for its Transitional Care Unit in Johnstown, PA. The RN will provide skilled nursing care, administer medications, and coordinate care plans for patients transitioning home after surgery or illness.

Active PA RN license, BSN, and BLS/CPR within 30 days are required; 2+ years in nursing and LTC experience are preferred. Competitive benefits and bonus eligible are offered.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required in Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Basic Life Support and CPR certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Two years of nursing experience preferred; LTC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' needs and establish priorities for care.
• Reassess changes in condition and document updates.
• Assist with Minimum Data Set (MDS) completion.
• Provide teaching to residents and families per care plan.
• Administer medications following policies and regulations.
• Initiate and monitor IV therapy and supervise shift staff as needed.

Skills

RN license required

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Compassionate patient care

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

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. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. 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

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Assesses needs of residents and establishes priorities for resident care based on medical and nursing diagnoses.
• Reassess and evaluate changes in resident's condition as well as reports 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 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 physicians 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

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• 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. Additional requirements include:

• Active Pennsylvania RN license (single-state or compact) required. If relocating, the license must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• 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

More About Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Johnstown, PA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

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."