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RN, Scranton Rehab Hospital (Call-in, All Shifts)
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$81,734 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
RN, Scranton Rehab Hospital (Call-in, All Shifts) Show Map
Location
475 Morgan Highway, Scranton, PA, 18508, United States
Job Category
RN
Employee Type
6-Call In
Contact information
Name
Theresa Snyder
Phone
570-348-1455
tsnyde@allied-services.org
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager or Supervisor, the Registered Nurse coordinates all aspects of care for patients. The rehabilitation staff nurse coordinates this care while providing a therapeutic environment for patients and family development, which includes optimism, encouragement and praise for positive behavior and achievement of goals. The Registered Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the Nursing Department—adolescent through geriatric. The Registered Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the populations served by the hospital; and to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.
Type of supervision exercised:
Team Leader.
Jobs reporting to this position:
LPN, CNA/NA, Unit Secretaries.
EDUCATION
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. CRRN preferred. Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing or equivalent work experience preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of two (2) years of satisfactory experience in a hospital/rehabilitative setting preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required. CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.
Clearances required:
PA State Police criminal history check, PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline), PA Department of Human Services FBI fingerprint clearance and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Medium work: duties require exerting 25-50 lbs. of force occasionally (approx. 10-33% of shift) and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently (approx. 33-66% of shift). Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility. Position involves bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting (occasionally in strained positions) throughout shift.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS
Exposure to blood and body substances. Exposure to needle sticks possible.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in a well-lit and ventilated surroundings including nurse's stations, patient rooms, treatment area, etc. Additional Information
Shift
All Shifts Available