Inpatient RN for a 24-bed advanced acute care unit providing complex care for diverse medical diagnoses, including telemetry, pneumonia, COPD, cardiac, renal, GI disorders, sepsis, and postoperative patients.
Posted Oct 1
Shift and hours
Alternate shifts Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a minimum of 24 hours availability per schedule, including weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts.
Unit and setting
24-bed advanced acute care unit · Hospital telemetry, pneumonia, COPD, cardiac, renal, GI disorders, sepsis, and postoperative patients
License
RN license
Term
Per Diem Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Acute Care
Do you qualify?
Education
Graduate of Specialty Training Program-NursingGraduate of Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
Also asks
minimum of 24 hours availability per schedule, including weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, with a minimum of 24 hours availability per schedule, including weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts.
Also asks
strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skillsStrong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Also asks
commitment to safety, quality improvement, and patient-centered careCommitment to safety, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.
assess, plan, perform, and evaluate nursing activitiesAssess, plan, perform, and evaluate nursing activities to meet patient needs, promoting safety, patient satisfaction, and compassionate care.
Day to day
conduct assessments and address holistic needs throughout care continuumConduct assessments, address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs throughout care continuum.
Day to day
develop and coordinate individualized care plans, education, and discharge planningDevelop and coordinate individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
Day to day
administer treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests per policiesAdminister treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests per policies.
Day to day
evaluate intervention effectiveness and adjust care accordinglyEvaluate intervention effectiveness and adjust care accordingly.
Day to day
collaborate with physicians, staff, and interdisciplinary teamsCollaborate with physicians, staff, and interdisciplinary teams to resolve patient needs proactively.
Day to day
troubleshoot equipment issues and participate in evidence-based practice decisionsTroubleshoot equipment issues and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
Day to day
contribute to quality, safety initiatives, and unit goalsContribute to quality, safety initiatives, and unit goals as a team member.
Day to day
maintain accountability for job-specific duties and policy compliance- Accountable for job-specific duties and compliance with policies.
Unit size
24 beds
Hours stated
minimum of 24 hours availability per schedule, including weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts
Weekends
weekends
Holidays
holidays
Details
opportunity to develop skills suitable for ER or critical care roles- Opportunity to develop skills suitable for ER or critical care roles.
Details
supportive environment with professional growth, mentorship, and involvement in safety and quality initiatives- Supportive environment with professional growth, mentorship, and involvement in safety and quality initiatives.
Position: Inpatient RN for a 24-bed advanced acute care unit providing complex care for diverse medical diagnoses, including telemetry, pneumonia, COPD, cardiac, renal, GI disorders, sepsis, and postoperative patients.
Responsibilities
Assess, plan, perform, and evaluate nursing activities to meet patient needs, promoting safety, patient satisfaction, and compassionate care.
Conduct assessments, address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs throughout care continuum.
Develop and coordinate individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
Administer treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests per policies.
Evaluate intervention effectiveness and adjust care accordingly.
Collaborate with physicians, staff, and interdisciplinary teams to resolve patient needs proactively.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
Contribute to quality, safety initiatives, and unit goals as a team member.
Qualifications & Skills
Graduate of Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a minimum of 24 hours availability per schedule, including weekends, holidays, or alternate shifts.
Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to safety, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.
Additional Details
Accountable for job-specific duties and compliance with policies.
Opportunity to develop skills suitable for ER or critical care roles.
Supportive environment with professional growth, mentorship, and involvement in safety and quality initiatives.
Neighborhoods+Within Danville, residential pockets include Liberty, a historic and tree-filled neighborhood; Delwood, known for quiet, walkable streets and strong community rapport; and established enclaves like Liberty Valley, Mt Zion Drive, and Whisper Hills featuring well-maintained single-family properties. Downtown Danville offers historic properties close to local amenities. Relocating healthcare professionals who want a livelier college-town atmosphere often look just outside the borough to nearby Lewisburg or Bloomsburg, while Sunbury and Selinsgrove are nearby options for broader shopping.
Within Danville, residential pockets include Liberty, a historic and tree-filled neighborhood; Delwood, known for quiet, walkable streets and strong community rapport; and established enclaves like Liberty Valley, Mt Zion Drive, and Whisper Hills featuring well-maintained single-family properties. Downtown Danville offers historic properties close to local amenities.
Relocating healthcare professionals who want a livelier college-town atmosphere often look just outside the borough to nearby Lewisburg or Bloomsburg, while Sunbury and Selinsgrove are nearby options for broader shopping.
Getting around+Danville commutes are exceptionally fast and car-dependent, with public transit serving very limited select needs. Healthcare staff residing within the borough or immediate township developments experience minimal drive times to the medical center without standard city congestion. Regional arterials link Danville directly to Bloomsburg, Lewisburg, and Williamsport, making travel between neighboring communities straightforward for commuters living outside the borough.
Danville commutes are exceptionally fast and car-dependent, with public transit serving very limited select needs. Healthcare staff residing within the borough or immediate township developments experience minimal drive times to the medical center without standard city congestion.
Regional arterials link Danville directly to Bloomsburg, Lewisburg, and Williamsport, making travel between neighboring communities straightforward for commuters living outside the borough.
Outdoors+Danville sits directly on the Susquehanna River, providing easy access for kayaking, fishing, and walks along riverside paths. Within the community, Memorial Park and the Hess Recreation Area provide dedicated sports fields, walking paths, and green space, while the nearby Montour Preserve offers extensive hiking and wildlife viewing. Regional day trips feature the nation's first rail-trail, historic covered bridges, and Ricketts Glen State Park about thirty miles north, known for its extensive waterfall trail system.
Danville sits directly on the Susquehanna River, providing easy access for kayaking, fishing, and walks along riverside paths. Within the community, Memorial Park and the Hess Recreation Area provide dedicated sports fields, walking paths, and green space, while the nearby Montour Preserve offers extensive hiking and wildlife viewing.
Regional day trips feature the nation's first rail-trail, historic covered bridges, and Ricketts Glen State Park about thirty miles north, known for its extensive waterfall trail system.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Danville
Danville, Pennsylvania, is a historic Susquehanna River town defined by its picturesque valley setting and its status as a major regional healthcare anchor. For relocating nurses, Danville offers an unbeatable quality-of-life advantage: virtually non-existent commute times that make shift work far less stressful. Residential neighborhoods like Delwood, Liberty, and Liberty Valley provide tranquil, safe living with tree-lined streets, while downtown Mill Street features local fixtures like Old Forge Brewing Company, The Tavern at Pine Barn Inn, and historic architecture. Outdoor recreation is a major draw, from kayaking the Susquehanna to hiking at Montour Preserve, Hess Recreation Area, or the waterfalls of nearby Ricketts Glen State Park. The practical tradeoff is the town's quiet scale. Commercial retail, diverse dining, and nightlife options are limited, meaning residents frequently venture to nearby Bloomsburg, Lewisburg, or Sunbury for variety. But for medical professionals seeking a close-knit hospital peer group, top-ranked public schools, and peaceful small-town rhythm, Danville provides a remarkably grounded setting.
