RN- Registered Nurse- Advanced Acute Care Orthopedic Telemetry Unit

Job Summary

Geisinger offers an Inpatient RN position with a hiring incentive of up to $26,000, a $41.41 minimum hiring rate, higher rates for experienced individuals, and up to $7 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

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

• Complete assessments per scope of practice and unit standards.
• Address the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Formulate, coordinate, and provide a plan of care per unit standards, including patient/family education, family needs assessment, and discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, following policy and procedure.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and revise the plan of care based on patient response.
• Collaborate proactively with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other team members to resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Problem‑solve, troubleshoot, and take corrective measures in equipment handling and care.
• Participate in unit‑based decision‑making on evidence‑based practice utilization.
• Act as a team member working toward unit and organizational goals, accountable for unit and system metrics.
• Engage in patient quality and safety education programs and activities aimed at improving departmental and organizational quality and safety.

Hours:

7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; every other weekend and holiday requirements.

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program – Nursing (Required)
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Basic Life Support Certification

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, members, students, and Geisinger family and our communities. We value kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment and welcome a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.