Registered Nurse - Float Team - Evenings
Position Purpose
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of patient care. The professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the healthcare team.
As a Registered Nurse, You Will
- Provide total, comprehensive care to patients by applying the nursing process in an organized and systemic manner according to hospital policy.
- Communicate proactively to the healthcare team: plan of care, changes in patient condition, patient progress, the discharge plan and other relevant information.
- Complete admission according to policy utilizing a multi-system approach for the assessment and reassessment.
- Document assessment/reassessment, plan, interventions and outcomes according to policy and interpret and utilize clinical data in the plan of care.
- Perform accurate and thorough nursing physical assessment and document thoroughly.
- Reassess patient condition per policy.
- Interpret and utilize clinical data in the plan of care.
- Assess patient for potential risk factors.
- Recognize and integrate patient special needs and individualize care.
- Include pain management and supportive care issues in plan of care.
- Adhere to infection control standards specific to patient care.
- Assume accountability for managing the delivery of patient care.
- Responsible for learning policies and nursing procedures and communicates to team.
- Participate in discharge planning using a multi-disciplinary approach.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds.
- Assist patient/family with grieving process and end of life cases as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- BSN or BS/BA degree in Nursing required.
- Current RN Pennsylvania state license required.
- Current BLS required.
- ACLS required or obtained by completion of orientation if applicable to area of practice.
- Previous acute care experience preferred.
Position Highlights and Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
- Work/life balance with flexible schedules.
- Free onsite parking.
About Us
Nazareth Hospital serves Northeast Philadelphia and the surrounding region. With over 160 inpatient beds and many outpatient services, Nazareth Hospital has a broad range of specialties to meet patients’ health care needs. Nazareth Hospital offers outstanding diagnostic, medical, surgical and therapeutic care with state-of-the-art technology. With the dedication of 1,200 employees and 350+ physicians and specialists, Nazareth Hospital treats patients and their families with respect and compassion while providing health care services in response to the changing needs of our community.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.