Registered Nurse- ICU
Geisinger
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
$41.41/hr
About $86k/yr
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Posted Jul 29, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 30, 2026
What this might mean for you
Geisinger is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $86k a year. It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back.
At a glance: what the posting states
- Differentials
- shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts!
- Shift
- Nights
- Weekends, holidays, call
- shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts! · Hours include: 7p-7:30a; Every other weekend and holiday requirements.
- Hiring employer
- Geisinger
Worth asking
- What is the base pay range, and which differentials apply for this shift, unit, weekends, holidays, or call?
- What are the weekends, holidays, call, and rotation requirements?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- What patient load should I expect, how is floating handled, and what staffing support is typical?
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
About this role
Skills for this role
Requirements
- Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
- Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania)
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Communication skills
- Preceptor Skills
- Organizing
Benefits
- Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices including expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program
About the employer
Geisinger is a Pennsylvania-based integrated health system employing approximately 24,000 caregivers, serving communities across the region for over 100 years. Headquartered in Danville, PA, Geisinger is recognized as one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital…
What reviewers appreciate
- Recognized as one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital Review
- Clear sense of purpose and mission-driven culture
- Opportunities to learn new things and develop professionally
What reviewers flag
- Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 2.9 out of 5 on Indeed
- Nurses report concerns with overall satisfaction
- Trust in colleagues and sense of belonging cited as areas for improvement
Benefits: Geisinger references a commitment to providing employees with access to the care, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive, and emphasizes accessibility and opportunity as organizational priorities.
Living in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Nestled in the Wyoming Valley along the Susquehanna River, Wilkes-Barre blends small-city affordability with easy access to the Pocono Mountains. Nurses enjoy a relaxed pace, historic downtown, and short commutes. Outdoor recreation and a close-knit community make it appealing for those seeking balance between work and nature.
- State price level · Pennsylvania
- 97.6
- 2% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $946/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
On your path
ICU / Critical Care is a first-year unit lane. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
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