RN- Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery Unit

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Labor and Delivery Unit assesses, plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet patient needs. The RN promotes adaptive responses of patients and families, supports safety and patient satisfaction, provides compassionate care, and coordinates patient care and staff interactions. The position completes assessments within the scope of practice and unit standards; addresses the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families; and develops and coordinates plans of care, including education and discharge planning, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN provides direct patient care, evaluates and revises interventions based on patient response, collaborates with physicians and other team members, and participates in evidence-based practice, quality, safety, and unit decision-making. This role is based in a clinical environment at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. The schedule is 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every-other-weekend and holiday requirements. Scheduled weekly hours are 36.

Requirements

Graduate from a specialty training program in nursing.
Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
Basic Life Support certification.
Clinical skills, communication, interpersonal communication, organizing, preceptor skills, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments according to scope of practice and unit standards.
Address the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout care.
Formulate, coordinate, and provide plans of care, including patient and family education, family needs, and discharge planning.
Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, in accordance with policies and procedures.
Evaluate nursing interventions and revise plans of care based on patient responses.
Collaborate with physicians, ancillary personnel, and interdisciplinary team members to resolve and facilitate patient needs.
Troubleshoot equipment and take corrective measures in its care and handling.
Participate in unit-based decisions about the use of evidence-based practice.
Work as a team member toward unit and organizational goals and remain accountable for applicable metrics.
Participate in patient quality and safety education and other improvement activities.
Promote patient and family safety, satisfaction, and a high-quality care experience.

Benefits

Hiring incentive up to $23,500 for eligible candidates.
Shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with accrual.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Parental leave pay and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including care referrals, free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.