About this role
Part-Time Day Shift
40 hours bi-weekly
8-hour shifts
Varying start times from 0600 to 0900
Varying days of the week
Fast paced environment, IV start skills a +
The goal of the Short Stay Unit (SSU) is to provide compassionate and professional nursing care as day of surgery preparation for patients and families undergoing surgical procedures in the general operating room, interventional radiology, cardiac/thoracic surgery, and endoscopy procedures. SSU prepares patients pre-procedurally for surgery in the operating room, endoscopy procedures, or for invasive procedures in IR, and CT. Post-procedurally the nursing staff provides Phase II recovery care for IR, CT and endoscopy patients. Hours of operation are routinely 0545-1930 Monday through Friday.
General Summary
Provides professional nursing care at the beginner practitioner level in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. May require specialized skills depending on unit assignment.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- Diploma Program Required or
- Associates Degree Required
- Bachelors Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Work Experience:
- Short Stay RN experience. Required
Licenses:
- Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
- Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
- Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support, including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)