Experienced Registered Nurse, Pediatric Unit and Pediatric Float Pool, Bethlehem Campus

Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Bethlehem
Posted on: May 5, 2025

Job Description:

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills.Here at St. Lukes, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Lukes team to display PCRAFT values in every situation.Combining the most advanced technology and the latest treatments, St. Lukes doctors and staff provide pediatric approaches to pediatric problems. Located at the University Campus in Fountain Hill, our newly renovated and specialized pediatric unit is an 18 room medical/surgical inpatient and outpatient department which includes 4 step down rooms. The department specializes in the care of pediatric patients who require GI, Endocrine, Trauma, Renal and other services. Care is provided to patients by a comprehensive multidisciplinary team. Utilizing a patient-centered approach, clinical excellence and patient safety are our highest priorities.Unique Opportunity: Pediatric Float Pool. This position provides support to the Bethlehem Campus in the Acute Care Pediatric, Pediatric ICU and Children's Emergency Department as necessary to ensure appropriate staffing levels which allow our nurses to provide top quality care to our patients. The Float Registered Nurse is a highly skilled professional with a minimum of 1 year of in-patient pediatric experience.SHIFT DETAILS:Positions may be available on various shifts including opportunities in the Pediatric Float pool.Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings!Full time, 36 or 40 hours per weekPart time, less than 36 hours per weekHoliday and weekend requirements per unit and company policiesAbility to complete initial 7 business days of classroom orientation followed by unit orientation.JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESProvide specialized care for pediatric patients as a member of the comprehensive multidisciplinary team utilizing a patient-centered approach, clinical excellence and patient safety as the guiding priorities.Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.Demonstrates/models the Networks Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:A minimum of one year nursing experience required. Pediatric, med surg or in-patient acute setting experience preferred. Individualized orientation program for all areas. Evidence of successful completion of BLS.Nurses with less than 1 year of experience please see our internship page https://www.slhn.org/nursing-opportunitiesEDUCATION:Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania.PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above should level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.by Jobble

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