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Registered Nurse - Acute Care Medical-Surgical Unit

Live Well Homecare · Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

The Inpatient RN provides direct patient care, supervises staff, and supports unit operations to ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care. The role involves flexibility in hours, with a focus on delivering exceptional patient care, staff mentorship, and unit management in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise nursing staff, assist with orientation, performance appraisals, and addressing performance issues.
  • Coordinate patient care activities, manage staffing, supplies, and patient/bed triage.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, patients, and visitors regarding care and policies.
  • Contribute to developing nursing policies and promote evidence-based practices.
  • Mentor staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and support a positive work environment aligned with Magnet principles.
  • Manage resource utilization and address patient and family concerns.
  • Document incidents, follow-up, and ensure efficient unit operations.

Qualifications

  • Enrollment in a BSN program with at least 2 years of experience.
  • Graduate from specialty training.

Skills

  • Strong leadership, communication, and clinical skills.
  • Ability to promote teamwork and patient safety.

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