RN-Registered Nurse-Advanced Acute Care Medical

Job Summary

Geisinger is offering a full-time Inpatient RN position up to $24,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates. The position offers a base salary of $41.50 with potential increases for experience and up to $7 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Relocation assistance is also available.

About the Role

Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and revises plan of care based on patient response. Coordinates patient care and interacts with staff. Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families. Participates in unit-based decision-making and actively participates in patient quality and safety education programs.

Responsibilities

• Affords assessments, plans, organizes, and performs nursing activities to meet patient needs.
• Promotes adaptive responses of patients and families to achieve optimal care, safety, and satisfaction.
• Counsels and educates patients and families on physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Coordinates patient care and interacts with interdisciplinary team members.
• Collaborates with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other team members to address patient needs.
• Problem-solves and troubleshoots issues related to equipment and patient care.
• Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence-based practice.
• Works collaboratively with team members to achieve unit and organizational goals.
• Participates in patient quality and safety education programs.

Requirements

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program-Nursing.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association.

Qualifications

Exhibits compassion and empathy during patient-nurse interactions. Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills. Possesses strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. Adapts to changing environments and priorities. Works independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Full benefits starting on day one.
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance.
• The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until taking the NCLEX.
• Shared governance structure that empowers nurses.
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders.
• Community involvement through Employee Resource Groups.
• Employee referral incentive program.
• Strongline Alert Notification system, robust camera surveillance system, metal detectors, and security guards/K9 program on campus.