Practical Nurse

Location

Pennsylvania

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Job Description

The Practical Nurse assists in the delivery of quality healthcare by exercising sound nursing judgment in accordance with recognized healthcare techniques, procedures and established standards and administrative policies. The nurse actively participates as a member of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care and treatment, including examination, diagnostic, and treatment procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on health management and medication effects.
• React calmly and effectively during emergency situations.
• Maintain knowledge of safety hazards, physician office procedures, and medical terminology.
• Utilize various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• Current Pennsylvania Practical Nurse License.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) per American Heart Association standards, renewed every two years.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!