Weekend RN: Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in psychiatry. This on-site role requires coordination with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

The RN will maintain clinical knowledge, ensure safety, administer medications, document care, and support patients and families within regulatory standards and the PA Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional knowledge by attending education workshops and reviewing publications.
• Ensure quality of care by adhering to standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document patient care through charting and records.
• Maintain patient safety by following infection-control policies and procedures.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and support to patients and families.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to plan and implement care.
• Administer medications and monitor efficacy and side effects.
• Oversee nursing team and support staff as applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Judgment

Communication

Education

Accredited nursing program graduate

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in psychiatry. This on-site role requires coordination with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

The RN will maintain clinical knowledge, ensure safety, administer medications, document care, and support patients and families within regulatory standards and the PA Nurse Practice Act.