RN- Registered Nurse- OR

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting on day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an Inpatient RN in Wilkes-Barre, PA with a hiring incentive up to $23,500! This role offers a minimum hiring rate of $41.41 and various shift differentials.

Candidates will be responsible for patient assessments, direct care, and collaboration with a dedicated team. Full benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Valid RN license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessments as per unit standards.
• Provides direct patient care and evaluates nursing interventions.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for patient needs.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment skills

Collaborative teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania)

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer an Inpatient RN a hiring incentive up to $23,500 for eligible candidates! $41.41 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $7 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts!

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
• 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 and acts to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• 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.
• Actively participates in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.

Benefits

• Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Scheduling

Hours include: 7 p–7:30 a; Every weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Holiday and on‑call requirements.

Hospital Accreditation

Geisinger Wyoming Valley is proud to receive ANCC Magnet Recognition®, the highest and most prestigious distinction a health care organization can receive for nursing practice and quality patient care.

Education & Experience

Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required), Bachelor’s Degree‑Nursing (Preferred)

Certification & Licensure

• Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
• Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania

EEO Statement

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.