Tower Health·West Reading, Pennsylvania
The nurse is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans for patients in a 10-bed psychiatric emergency unit. They collaborate with multiple disciplines to execute medical plans of care.
The registered nurse develops, implements and evaluates the nursing plan of patient care and implements the medical plan of care in collaboration with all disciplines. Psych ED is a 10-bed inpatient unit in the ED serving patients with psychiatric care needs. #READ
Education Requirements Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role. Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Experience Relevant Experience Certification and Licensure PA Registered Nurse License Required Skills Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania.
Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St.
Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University).
Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences.
Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
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Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a valid Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License. Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills is required.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.