Registered Nurse (RN) Transitional Care Unit

Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit
Job Type:Full Time Variable 8- & 12-hour shifts and every other weekend and holiday rotation No on-call

Up to $20000 bonus for eligible candidates

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is a 30-bed hospital-based short-term rehabilitation unit located at Memorial Medical Center. Patients receive daily skilled nursing care along with a minimum of two hours per day of physical occupational and speech therapy supporting a safe and efficient transition back home.

TCU features 24 patient rooms including 18 private and 6 semi-private accommodations. Patients typically stay 1012 days to recover strength and independence following surgery or acute illness. Common care needs include post-operative recovery wound care IV therapy chronic disease management pain management and education for new diagnoses.

Staffing & Support:

• Day Shift (7A): Typically staffed with 34 licensed nurses (mix of RNs and LPNs based on census) and 23 CNAs
• Night Shift (7P): Typically staffed with 23 licensed nurses (RN/LPN mix) and 2 CNAs
• Average daily census up to 24 patients

This unit offers a team-oriented environment focused on rehabilitation patient education and helping individuals regain independence and return home safely.

How youll contribute

ARegistered Nurse (RN)who excels in this role:

• Assesses needs of residents and establishes priorities for resident care based on medical and nursing diagnoses.
• Reassess and evaluate changes in residents condition as well as reports and documents these changes.
• Assists with the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS).
• Assesses learning needs of residents and/or families.
• Provides teaching based on standardized teaching protocols in conjunction with the residents plan of care.
• Evaluates outcomes of teaching residents and/or families.
• Documents pertinent data and/or relevant information in residents medical record.
• In the absence of D.O.N. provides supervisory responsibilities including discipline assignments scheduling and evaluation of job performance.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding resident information.
• Accurately initiates and transcribes physicians orders in a timely manner.
• Administers medications in accordance with nursing policies and procedures and all applicable regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for initiating and monitoring IV therapy etc.
• Participates in reviewing/revising unit philosophies and objectives policy and procedure manuals etc.
• Follows care plans to ensure that resident care needs are met.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and organize work with flexibility. Completes assigned work during shift in a timely accurate manner.
• Establishes a plan of care on new admissions and updates it with changing needs/and/or conditions of the residents.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.

• CPR Certification

• Two years of nursing experience preferred

• One year of long-term care experience preferred

• LTC experience preferred

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed Level 1 Trauma Center located in Johnstown PA and is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Conemaugh Memorial Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.