PA - RN - Med/Surg - Nights 7p-7a - Mount Nittany, State College

Job Description:Responsible to the Unit Director/Manager for the overall nursing practice of the unit during the shift assigned. In the absence of the Unit Director/Manager, the RN is responsible to the Clinical Supervisor, Charge Nurse or the Clinical Coordinator of the shift. Provides professional nursing care based on current nursing knowledge through use of the nursing process. This includes the responsibility for assessment of the patient's needs, development of the plan of care to meet those needs, implementation of nursing measures and evaluation of the effectiveness of the nursing care and other treatment measures. Experience: 1) 2 years of previous RN experience required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 1) Effectively functions as a team member and as a liaison between patient and staff.2) Supports and encourages harmonious communication skills.3) Job requires strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.4) Communicates in highly professional manner at all times.5) Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times. License/Certification/Registration: 1) Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania.2) Meets the American Heart Association's standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.Position Urgency:NormalShifts:12 hr shifts; 1845-0715, every other weekendState License Details:Must Be Currently ActiveMinimum Years of Experience:2Minimum Guaranteed Hours:36Specialty Type:NursingSub Specialty:Med-Surg Ortho, Med-surg AdultBilingual:NoEMR Used:MeditechHoliday Coverage Required:Yes