RN- Registered Nurse- Advanced Acute Care Medical Telemetry Unit

Job Summary

Geisinger offers an Inpatient RN position in the Wyoming Valley with a hiring incentive up to $26,000 for eligible candidates. The minimum hiring rate is $41.41, with increased rates for experienced candidates and up to $7 shift differential for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV). Shift: Nights. Scheduled weekly hours: 36. Worker type: Regular (non‑exempt).

Responsibilities

Completes assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards. Addresses the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout the continuum of care. Forms, coordinates, and provides plan of care as established in unit standards, including patient and family education, family needs, and discharge planning. 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 on patient response. Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and interdisciplinary team members, and proactively resolves patient needs. Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment. Participates in unit‑based decision‑making regarding evidence‑based practice. Participates as a team member toward unit and organizational goals and is accountable for unit‑specific metrics. Participates in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.

Position Details

Hours include 7p.m.–7:30a.m.; every other weekend and holiday required. Position is in a clinical environment.

Education

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience (Required)

Certifications & Licensure

• Basic Life Support Certification
• Registered Nurse license, State of Pennsylvania (RN_State of Pennsylvania)

Skills

• Clinical skills
• Communication
• Interpersonal communication
• Organizing
• Preceptor skills
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Full benefits (medical, dental, and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care FSA and HSA with employer contribution
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous PTO plan that increases quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and free Care.com membership with discounted backup care
• Employee Assistance Program with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, and digital self‑help tools
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet and legal insurance

EEO Statement

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.