REGISTERED NURSE

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), a leading provider of healthcare and medical services in eastern Pennsylvania, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In this role, you will deliver safe, evidence-based care across the continuum, from admission through discharge, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence and community well-being. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, medication and IV administration, ongoing monitoring, and accurate EHR documentation. You will educate patients and families, support quality and safety initiatives, and contribute to an environment of continuous learning and innovation. LVHN offers a collaborative culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients every day. Competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) benefits are available for this full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to a diverse patient population across the care continuum.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapies in accordance with hospital policies and protocols.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other team members to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, escalating concerns promptly.
• Support quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives within the unit.
• Precept or mentor new nurses and support staff as assigned.
• Uphold LVHN's culture of collaboration, excellence, and community-focused care.

Required Skills

• Patient assessment and triage
• IV therapy and medication administration
• Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Care planning and care coordination
• Wound care and dressing changes
• Vital sign monitoring and hemodynamic assessment
• Patient and family education
• Infection prevention and control
• Clinical documentation and reporting
• Interdisciplinary team collaboration