Registered Nurse

Responsibilities:
- Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care
- Educate patients and their families on proper healthcare procedures and disease prevention
- Adhere to infection control policies and protocols
- Maintain accurate, detailed medical records

Qualifications:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques
- Proficient in using electronic medical records systems such as Athenahealth
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Skills:
- Toddler care: Ability to provide specialized care for toddlers, including monitoring growth and development, administering age-appropriate vaccinations, and addressing common childhood illnesses.
- Hospice palliative medicine: Knowledge and experience in providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients with terminal illnesses.
- Inhale: Proficiency in administering inhaled medications using various devices such as inhalers or nebulizers.
- Health coaching: Ability to provide guidance and support to patients in making healthy lifestyle choices and managing chronic conditions.
- Aseptic technique: Skill in maintaining a sterile environment during medical procedures to prevent infection.
- Medication administration: Competence in safely administering medications to patients according to prescribed dosages and routes.
- Medical records: Experience in accurately documenting patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic medical records systems.
- Catheterization: Proficiency in inserting urinary catheters for patients who require bladder drainage.
- Case management: Ability to coordinate and manage the care of patients with complex medical needs, including coordinating referrals, arranging follow-up appointments, and ensuring continuity of care.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities and qualifications may be required based on the specific position and healthcare facility.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Travel nursing, Contract, Permanent, Temporary

Salary: $44.30 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Referral program

Medical specialties:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Physical setting:

• Inpatient
• Long term care
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Extended hours
• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x10
• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15232: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person