Geisinger·Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
The Registered Nurse performs patient assessments, formulates care plans, and provides direct clinical care including medications and treatments. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimize the overall patient and family experience.
Completes assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards. Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care. Formulates, coordinates, and provides plan of care as established in unit standards including, patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization with members of the interdisciplinary team. Provides direct patient care including, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and revises plan of care based upon patient response to interventions. Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and acts to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs. Problem solves, troubleshoots and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment. Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence- based practice. Actively participates as a team member working toward team goals of the unit and organization and is accountable for unit and system specific metrics. Actively participates in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive.
They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
The Registered Nurse assesses plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet the needs of the patient.
Promotes adaptive responses of patient and family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction.
Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions.
Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff.
Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned nursing unit.
Responsible for ensuring the very best patient and family experience by optimizing all interactions.
Hours include: 7p-7:30a; Every other weekend and holiday requirements. Geisinger South Wilkes Barre is proud to receive ANCC Magnet Recognition®, the highest and most prestigious distinction a health care organization can receive for nursing practice and quality patient care. Geisinger South Wilkes Barre is a small community hospital focused on high reliability with exceptional care, collaborative teamwork and community commitment.
Candidates must be a Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania and hold a Basic Life Support Certification. A graduate degree from a nursing specialty training program is required, while a Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
Market context
Emergency Department RN openings in Pennsylvania are often competitive because hospitals need nurses who can respond quickly, manage high-acuity patients, and work effectively in fast-paced settings. This role stands out for candidates with a Pennsylvania RN license, BLS certification, and ED-ready training; a BSN may strengthen your application. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your resume to highlight emergency care experience and recent clinical skills.
