*How to Apply:*
Applications for the position of Registered Nurse are accepted on a continuous basis. Applications are submitted online. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
*Candidates offered full-time employment will be eligible for a signing bonus and retention payments totaling $6,000 paid over a two-year period. Terms and conditions of the program will be provided at time of interview. *
Residency in Allegheny County is *NOT REQUIRED.*
*Position Summary:*
* Administers all nursing-related processes and procedures to ensure quality nursing care which promotes, maintains and restores the well-being of all patients.
* Ensures daily staff assignments of MAs and LPNs are implemented in accordance with patients' care plans.
* Accurately carries out physicians' orders in accordance with established nursing policies and procedures; administers medications, treatments and therapies.
* Collaborates with physicians while making rounds to validate the accurate interpretation and processing of diagnostic and therapeutic orders.
* Assesses, plans, monitors, and evaluates the delivery of care and activity by utilizing shift reports, medical records, direct observations, and feedback from others in providing care.
* Assesses at-risk patients, determines any changes required in treatment regime.
* Performs health assessments on newly incarcerated individuals.
* Documents all information required in accordance with state, facility and nursing policies and guidelines, accurately and in a timely manner.
* Starts, monitors, and maintains IV's.
* Responds to emergencies according to scope of practice.
* Ensures strict compliance with all regulations associated with the pharmacy and the dispensing of medication.
* Performs other related duties as required or requested.
*Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:*
* Established policies and procedures regarding infection control.
* Preparing and administering medications.
* Performing treatments.
* IV Therapy.
* Performing blood draws.
* Function independently and make informed decisions using sound professional judgement.
* Assess, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for providing quality care.
* Work shifts within 24/7 facility.
*Minimum Requirements:*
Graduation from an accredited nursing program and current Pennsylvania RN licensure or Temporary Practice Permit.
Professional nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, health care facility is preferred.
Must have current CPR/BLS certification prior to appointment.
Act 33/34 clearances are required prior to appointment at the cost of the applicant.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, drug screen and medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.52 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Addiction Medicine
* Emergency Medicine
* Hospital Medicine
* Infectious Disease
* Primary Care
* Public Health
* Urgent Care
* Wound Care
Physical Setting:
* Inpatient
Supplemental Pay:
* Differential pay
* Overtime pay
* Signing bonus
Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Required)
* RN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Pittsburgh, PA 15219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
