The nurse performs in-depth assessments of surgery patients, formulates care plans, and initiates patient teaching. They work collaboratively with care management and ensure proper documentation and communication of patient care.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have at least one year of medical/surgical experience and a current Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania or New Jersey. Successful completion of BLS is also required.
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Job description
St.
Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.
The employees of St.
Luke's are our most valuable asset!
Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities.
At St.
Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard.
Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care.
Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills.
Here at St.
Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter.
Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time.
As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St.
Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation.
The multidisciplinary team in the Ambulatory Procedures Unit (APU) or Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) specializes in and provides quality care for a broad range of surgical procedures.
Procedure acuity is also broad and can include patients going home the same day to patients needing to stay inpatient for a recovery period.
The patient population ranges from pediatric to geriatric.
In APU/ASC strong relationships with the patients and their families are built through compassion, empathy and extensive teaching.
The nursing approach is a team approach, and all entities work together to care for the patient in this area.
This is a fast paced, dynamic unit.
Come join the team that is high functioning and gain growth and knowledge within the surgical arena.
HOSPITAL LOCATIONS - openings may vary by campus availability (some campuses have cross-functioning requirements): Allentown Campus Anderson Campus, Easton (cross train to PACU) Bethlehem Campus Carbon Campus, Lehighton Easton Campus (cross train to cover Endoscopy and PACU) Geisinger St.
Luke’s Campus (cross train to PACU) Grand View Campus, Sellersville (cross train to Endoscopy/GI) Miners Campus, Coaldale Monroe Campus, Stroudsburg Sacred Heart Campus, Allentown Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown (cross train to Endoscopy) Warren Campus, Phillipsburg NJ (cross train to Endoscopy) - to be considered for the Warren Campus, please apply here RN All Specialties, Warren Campus SHIFT DETAILS: Monday through Friday schedule.
Days with hours varying based on the needs of the department.
Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings!
Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week Part time, less than 36 hours per week Per Diem (if available), minimum of 2 shifts/month **On-Call responsibilities may be required based on department needs Holiday and weekend requirements per unit and company policies JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs in-depth, systematic assessment of all surgery patients who are to be seen before surgery.
Formulates and collaborates plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes.
Completes Admission Data Base, Preanesthesia Checklist and those forms specific to procedures.
Initiates patient teaching and clinical pathways regarding surgery and/or procedures.
Works collaboratively with Care Management.
Implements, evaluates and documents patient care.
Ensures that appropriate lab test results are obtained prior to surgery; reports abnormal to anesthesiologist and/or surgeon.
Performs various tests, obtains results and forwards to appropriate department.
Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year medical/surgical experience preferred.
Individualized orientation program for all areas.
Evidence of successful completion of BLS.
Some campuses may have cross-functioning requirements.
Nurses with less than 1 year of experience please see our internship page Nurse Internships EDUCATION: Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey (Warren Campus).
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time.
Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time.
Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time.
Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds.
Frequently lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds; frequently push objects up to 100+ pounds (i.e. stretchers and patients).
Frequently stoop and bend.
Frequently reach above shoulder level.
Must have the ability to move quickly.
Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.
Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies.
Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.
Depth perception necessary.
Ability to tolerate visual monotony.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.
Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.
Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.
It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.
Thank you for your interest in St.
Luke's!!
St.
Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Founded in 1872, St.
Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites.
With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey.
St.
Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St.
Luke’s Children’s Hospital.
SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction.
It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital.
The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY.
In 2021, St.
Luke’s was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally.
St.
Luke’s is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row.
Also, for the third straight year, St.
Luke’s has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award.
In 2025, St.
Luke’s was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024.
Lastly, in 2025, St.
Luke’s was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row.
