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.