RN - Medical Progressive Care (Nights) Jefferson

Highmark Health; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health seeks a Registered Nurse for the Medical Progressive Care Unit at Jefferson Hospital in Jefferson Hills, PA. The role focuses on complex medical care, including cardiac monitoring and respiratory support, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient-centered care.

The position requires PA RN licensure or eNLC, CPR, and relevant clearances, with a leadership component and collaboration across disciplines to ensure high-quality care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• PA RN licensure or eNLC is required.
• Current PA RN license status or eligibility for multi-state licensure.
• CPR certification is required.
• Clearances Act 34/33/73 must be satisfied.

Responsibilities

• Assess responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous lifelong learning.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Patient safety

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

PA RN licensure or eNLC

CPR certification

Act 34/Act 33/Act 73 clearances

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Medical Progressive Care Unit at Jefferson Hospital provides comprehensive nursing care for patients with complex medical needs, including cardiac monitoring and respiratory support. This role is ideal for a dedicated nurse who values teamwork and patient-centered care.

Highlights

• Location: Jefferson Hills, PA
• Facility: Jefferson Hospital
• Schedule: Full-time, Night shift

What You’ll Do

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous lifelong learning.
• Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives and resolve patient/family concerns.

Requirements

Education:

• Current State of PA RN licensure or current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) required.

Experience:

• Preferred certification in area of specialty.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in Pennsylvania.
• CPR certification required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances required.

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With a network of nine hospitals, they focus on transforming the future of healthcare through effective services and a commitment to inclusivity and employee growth.