RN, Wilkes-Barre Transitional Rehab Unit (PT, Nights)

Allied Services; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care in the Transitional Rehab Unit. Responsibilities include creating a therapeutic environment, assessing patient needs, and leading a team of support staff. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited Nursing Program and possess at least two years of experience in long-term care. This position requires a Pennsylvania RN license and CPR certification. Join our dedicated team to support patient recovery and well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a long term care setting preferred.
• Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of care for patients under the Director of Nursing.
• Provide a therapeutic environment for patient and family development.
• Assess and interpret patient data to determine care needs.
• Act as Team Leader supervising LPNs, CNAs/NAs, and Unit Secretaries.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient assessment

Team leadership

Knowledge of growth and development

Education

Graduated from an accredited Nursing Program

Job description

General Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing of the Transitional Rehab Unit, the Registered Nurse coordinates all aspects of care for patients. The Registered Nurse coordinates this care while providing a therapeutic environment for patients and family development, which includes optimism, encouragement and praise for positive behavior and achievement of goals. The Registered Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the Nursing Department – adult through geriatric. The Registered Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient\'s requirements relative to the populations served by the hospital; and to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department\'s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of care for patients under the direction of the Director of Nursing of the Transitional Rehab Unit.
• Provide a therapeutic environment for patient and family development, including optimism, encouragement, and praise for positive behavior and achievement of goals.
• Utilize knowledge of growth and development over the life span to assess and interpret patient data and determine care needs within the Nursing Department policies and procedures.
• Act as Team Leader with supervision responsibilities for LPNs, CNAs/NAs, and Unit Secretaries.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.

Work Experience

Minimum of two (2) years of satisfactory experience in a long term care setting preferred.

Special Employment Requirements

• Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.
• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care appropriate to the age specific need and culture of the patient served.

Physical Demands

Medium Work: duties require exerting 25 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally (approximately 10-33% of shift), and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently (approximately 33-66% of the time), and/or greater than negligible amount up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects. Position involves bending, reaching, stooping and lifting (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift. Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.

Accident or Health Hazards

Occasional exposure to blood and body substances. Exposure to needle sticks possible.

Working Conditions

Works in a well-lit and ventilated surroundings including clinic area, nurse\'s stations, patient rooms, treatment area, dining room, etc.