The initial schedule for this per diem position may include Tuesday / Wednesday / Friday (7:30a-4:00p) for leave of absence coverage through December 2026, and then as needed.
The Registered Nurse Radiology delivers nursing care for patients across their life span, and through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients.
Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process.
Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan.
Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources.
Maintains an awareness of unit budget.
Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.
Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement.
Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.
Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department.
Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes.
Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts.
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.
EDUCATION:
Graduate of professional nursing program. Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State they are working (Pennsylvania or New Jersey).
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Customized orientation to the department. Current BLS certification required by the completion of orientation. Ability to monitor and administer IV medications.
MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:
$40.60 - $55.68
St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.
BENEFIT OFFERINGS:
St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.
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 a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.
The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:
Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:
St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:
Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.
Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.
Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.
Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.
Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.
The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network 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.