Registered Nurse (RN) - Swing Bed Unit

Role Highlights

• Sign On Bonus: Up to $35,000
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Shift Flexibility: Multiple Openings! Day or night 12-hour shifts available for both full-time and part-time tracks.

Benefits & Compensation

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital offers a comprehensive standard benefit package for both full-time and part-time employees, including:

• Sign On Bonus: Up to $35,000
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive salary

About the Unit

Join the dedicated team launching a brand-new unit at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital. The Swing Bed Unit is a hospital-based skilled nursing unit designed for short-term stay patients in an acute setting who require progressive, oriented recovery before final discharge.

What We Offer Candidates:

• Progressive Care Environment: Work with short-term stay patients focused on active rehabilitation and transition out of acute care.
• High-Impact Service: Play a critical role in facilitating patient flow, decreasing patient time in other acute units, and utilizing a growing post-acute program.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience:

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role OR student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.

Licenses and Certifications:

• RN License: Registered Nurse State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
• BCLS: Basic Life Support required.
• ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
• NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Shift

• 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am; some weekends required

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• RN - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20,000