Registered Nurse (RN) - Float
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA

Float Nurse - Float Department - Full Time 72 Hour

Nationally Recognized by Newsweek one of "America's Greatest Workplaces 2023". We offer competitive wages and benefits, community involvement, opportunities for career advancement, tuition reimbursement. Join a growing independent, community healthcare system. Job Summary Coordinates the provision of direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards. The Registered assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care. Participates in teaching and rehabilitation of the patient. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with other members of the health team. Directs and assists with the Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing Assistant, and Nursing Student in rendering care to patients, works collaboratively with all members of the patient care team and provides leadership so that standards of professional nursing practice are maintained in the clinical setting. Demonstrates ability to function as a charge nurse as assigned. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the span of life and identify patient's age-specific needs and plan care accordingly. Job Specification * Minimum Education Required * Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program. * Minimum Experience Required * One year experience as Registered Nurse required, 2-5 preferred. * Critical Care Experience Preferred * Licensure/Certification Required * Must possess current license as a registered nurse in the State of Pennsylvania. * Must be BLS certified required (or obtain within one month of hire). * Basic Dysrhythmia Course, ACLS, NIH Stroke Certification required (must be obtained with 6 months of hire.) Skills * Must possess nursing knowledge to effectively assess patients across the life span from infant to adult, formulate patient plan of care, implement and evaluate care and record completely. * Must possess interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, family and other members of the health care team. * Must possess the necessary abilities to perform the essential functions of this position and complete the established orientation process. * Must demonstrate ability to utilize hospital computer system. * Must possess understanding and commitment to service excellence and performance improvement. Shift * Rotation