RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiac Special Care Unit

Geisinger; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually

Generous PTO and EAP services

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an Inpatient RN at the Geisinger Community Medical Center, offering a competitive hiring incentive of up to $23,500 for eligible candidates. The role involves delivering comprehensive patient care, collaborating within a nursing team, and actively participating in unit goals.

The position requires night shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ideal candidates will possess a strong interest in Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular surgical nursing. Geisinger provides extensive benefits, including health coverage from day one and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania).
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.
• Cardiac experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care through the nursing process.
• Evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions.
• Develop patient care plans in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Organizing

Preceptor Skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Job description

Overview

Location: Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)
Shift: Nights (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Worker Type: Regular
Exemption Status: No

Job Summary: Geisinger is proud to offer an Inpatient RN a hiring incentive up to $23,500 for eligible candidates! $40.15 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $7 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts!

Responsibilities

• In accordance with the standards of care established by the State Board of Nursing, responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Directs and guides patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel. Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
• Completes assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards. Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
• Formulates, coordinates, and provides plan of care as established in unit standards including patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and revises plan of care based upon patient response to interventions. Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Makes assignments in collaboration with other team members. Directs and alters assignments in response to changes in patient situations. Promotes teamwork by delegating tasks to team members based on skill, expertise, time availability, acuity, and needs of the patient.
• Problem solves, troubleshoots and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment. Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence based practice.
• Actively participates as a team member working toward team goals of the unit and organization and is accountable for unit and system specific metrics. Supports and participates in Magnet mission initiatives.
• Actively participates in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

• Hours: 7pm - 7:30am, every other weekend and holiday
• Cardiac Experience preferred; willing to learn and grow in a Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular surgical unit
• Ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgical Intermediate Nursing Care; desires to be part of a Nursing Team dedicated to exemplary patient outcomes and patient experience

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
• Experience: Certification(s) and License(s): Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
• Skills: Clinical Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Preceptor Skills, Teamwork

Benefits & Culture

Benefits of working at Geisinger include full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one, multiple medical plan choices, pre-tax savings plans (FSA, HSA with employer contribution), company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year, MyHealth Rewards, family-friendly support, EAP, voluntary benefits, temporary practice permit option until NCLEX, shared governance, professional growth opportunities, mentorship, community involvement, and employee referral incentives.

Geisinger values safety and security with a Strongline Alert system, camera surveillance, metal detectors at certain locations, and K9 security on campus. We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Additional Information

Our purpose and values emphasize kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org or connect with us on social media.