RN- Registered Nurse Per Diem- NICU

Geisinger • Wilkes-Barre, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a per diem Registered Nurse for the NICU at Geisinger Wyoming Valley. The nurse assesses, plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet patient needs, promote adaptive responses for patients and families, support safety, and maximize patient satisfaction. The role includes compassionate patient interactions, coordination of patient care and staff interactions, and responsibility for providing care to patients in the assigned nursing unit. The position is typically performed in a clinical environment and requires compliance with job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures. Hours include 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The role offers per diem inpatient RN market-leading pay rates and shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Geisinger Wyoming Valley has received ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing practice and quality patient care.

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.
• Meet the qualifications to provide care for patients in the assigned nursing unit.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments according to scope of practice and unit standards.
• Address the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Formulate, coordinate, and provide plans of care according to unit standards, including patient and family education, family needs, and discharge planning in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, according to policy and procedure.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and revise the plan of care based on patient response.
• Collaborate with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members, and proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Problem-solve, troubleshoot, and take corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
• Participate in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence-based practice.
• Work as an accountable team member toward unit and organizational goals and metrics.
• Participate in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
• Coordinate patient care and staff interactions, and help ensure a positive patient and family experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; free legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and domestic partner benefits.
• Shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree