RN- Registered Nurse- Henry Cancer Center- Oncology Unit
About The Position
Geisinger is hiring an Inpatient Registered Nurse for the Henry Cancer Center Oncology Unit at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. The nurse assesses, plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet patient needs; promotes adaptive responses by patients and families; supports safety and patient satisfaction; and provides compassionate care. The role coordinates patient care and staff interactions and is accountable for delivering a strong patient and family experience. The nurse completes assessments within the scope of practice and unit standards, addresses patients’ physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs, and develops and coordinates plans of care with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team. The position provides direct care, evaluates patient responses, collaborates with physicians and other care team members, supports evidence-based practice, and participates in quality and safety initiatives. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The schedule is 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m., with 36 scheduled weekly hours and every-other-weekend and holiday requirements. Geisinger advertises a hiring incentive of up to $26,000 for eligible candidates, a minimum hiring rate of $41.41, increased rates for experienced individuals, and shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts. The role requires graduation from a nursing specialty training program, Pennsylvania RN licensure, and Basic Life Support certification. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
Requirements
- Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.
- Hold a current Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania.
- Hold Basic Life Support certification.
- Meet the qualifications to provide care for patients in the assigned nursing unit.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Responsibilities
- Complete patient assessments according to scope of practice and unit standards.
- Address patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs throughout the continuum of care.
- Formulate, coordinate, and provide plans of care, including patient and family education, attention to family needs, and discharge planning.
- Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, according to policy and procedure.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of 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 be accountable for applicable metrics.
- Participate in patient quality and safety education and other activities intended to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
- Coordinate patient care and staff interactions, promote safety, and support patient and family satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one for eligible positions.
- 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 of 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 referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
- Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
- Hiring incentive of up to $26,000 for eligible candidates.
- Shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
