Up to $25,000 sign on bonus for qualified Registered Nurses! Position Details: Full Time - 8 hour Days - 36 hours a week - Robert Packer Hospital - Towanda – Acute Care Unit Department Details: Acute Care Towanda is a 10-bed acute care unit that primarily focuses on an interdisciplinary care approach for medical patients with the Medical Hospitalist Service. All bedside acute care nurses at Guthrie benefit from the added support of our Virtual RNs located in our Pulse Center. They provide assistance with a variety of tasks, enabling bedside nurses to spend more time on direct patient care. Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. Education, License, & Certification(s): - Registered Nurse in the State of Practice - BSN in Nursing preferred - Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program - Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect - Specialty Certification is preferred - BLS certification - ACLS is unit dependent Experience: The Registered Nurse must be a registered nurse currently licensed in the state of employment with at least one year of experience. Alternately, the Registered Nurse may have less than one year of experience if they have been transitioned to their position from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program. The Registered Nurse must meet the individual nursing unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment. Must maintain BLS certification. ACLS is unit dependent. Specifications regarding educational requirements during employment are determined by the Nursing Department and Nursing Unit. Essential Functions: - Employs Nursing Professional Practice: Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patients' care. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies as required by a specific area of hire and population served - Advocates: Effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those we serve - Facilitates Learning: Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team, including student; Facilities formal and informal learning for patients/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community - Aligns Practice with Safety and Quality: Accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, and integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes. Aligns patient safety, self-safety, and environmental safety as equally important for best outcomes - Engages in Professional Development: Engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within the legal parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and specialty standards. Promotes a culture of inquiry that explores, integrates, and disseminates research and evidence-based practice - Leader in Practice Setting & Community: demonstrates leadership as change agents using the collaborative leadership skills of advocacy, influence and innovation. In partnering with colleagues appropriately delegates, coordinates care, and collaborates with others as equal members of the inter-professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Models professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession. Participates in the planning and presentation of educational programs - It is understood that this description is not intended to be all-inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of the position Other Duties: - Proficiency in Information Technology, such as electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the position - Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff - Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery - Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude - Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations Benefits Summary: A nursing career with Guthrie means being part of a focused organization that provides each team member an opportunity to advance and grow. We have invested in resources to empower our employees to succeed and use their passion and talent to provide excellence. You take care of our patients. We take care of you. - $25,000 sign-on bonus* - Generous shift differentials - Career advancement opportunities - Tuition reimbursement - Excellent benefits - Experiential PTO accrual - Competitive salary - Rewarding career - Magnet driven - Refinancing support with SoFi *Exclusions apply. To see why nurses love Guthrie, click HERE! “We are more than a team, we’re family. And we’re committed to hold each other to the highest professional standard so our patients get the best care every time they choose Guthrie.” – Jennifer Hepinger, RN
This position is eligible for up to $15,000.00 Sign on Bonus for those that qualify. ($7,500.00 for those with less than one year of experience) Position Summary: Responsible for the delivery of resident care through the nursing process of planning, implementation, and evaluation. Guides resident teaching and the activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Understands and adheres to GCMC’s Compliance Standards as they appear in GCMC’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and GCMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Education, License & Cert: • Graduate of a licensed practical nursing program with a certificate in nursing • Current NYS registration/license as a Licensed Practical Nurse required • Current BLS‐CPR Certification required Experience: • Entry level graduate of licensed practical nursing program and licensed or a permit in New York State. Essential Functions: 1) Provides safe and accurate nursing care and other therapeutic measures according to policy and procedures. - a) Able to explain rationale for actions performed. - b) Provides resident education to the resident and/or family/significant other as indicated. - c) Assists in direct resident care as necessary. - d) Assists the RN with the admission process of residents in a safe and accurate manner. - e) Assumes responsibility for the charge nurse role when designated by: o Provides direction and leadership in resident care to nursing staff through delegation of assignments and ensuring that quality of care is delivered. Completes assigned tasks and duties for maximum effectiveness and functioning of the unit. o Properly verifies and transcribes physician orders. Ensures that all orders are faxed to provider pharmacy. o Facilitates the appropriate documentation for daily activities on the unit as well as for admissions and discharges. 2) Resident Monitoring ‐ Monitors residents as appropriate for condition, status and safety according to nursing policy. - a) Recognizes change in resident condition and reports it to the Supervising RN. - b) Works to ensure resident safety is maintained in all aspects of care by following policies. - c) Notifies the physician and family in a timely manner of changes in resident condition. - d) Maintains continuity of care by contributing to resident status reports ie. Participating in shift report. - e) Documents on all resident care activities in an accurate and timely manner. 3. Medication Administration‐Performs safe administration and complete documentation of medications in accordance with nursing policy. - a) Follows medication administration policy. 4. Safe Discharge/Discharge Planning - a) Completes resident education as necessary and documents all education provided. - b) Provides discharge instructions and gives accurate information. 5. Demonstrates the ability to safely and effectively use department equipment. - a) Demonstrates knowledge and ability to safely and effectively use equipment. - b) Uses all equipment per policy (ie. lifts). 6. Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of emergency preparedness plans and operations within the nursing facility. - a) Aware of and actively participates in emergency preparedness procedures and operations. - b) Actively participates in all actual Codes and drills. 7. Infection Control‐Provide safe and effective resident care in accordance with Infection Control policies and procedures. - a) Wears appropriate PPE as warranted. - b) Follows hand hygiene protocol. - c) Follows all precaution procedures. Pay Range $27.00-$39.27/hr Dependent on years of applicable experience.
Looking for a flexible nursing role where relationships matter and care is truly personal? Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse to join our Resident Care Facility, an 80‑bed long‑term and short‑term care setting located adjacent to the hospital. This opportunity is ideal for RNs looking to supplement their schedule, maintain work‑life balance, or stay clinically active in a supportive, community‑focused environment. Position Overview - Role: Registered Nurse – Per Diem - Shifts: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM & 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM - Setting: Resident Care / Long‑Term Care Facility - Schedule: Per diem coverage based on unit needs (including rotating weekends/holidays as needed) Why Nurses Choose Our Resident Care Facility - Meaningful, Relationship‑Based Care - Build strong connections with residents and families over time. - Consistent Patient Population - Focus on quality care without the constant turnover of acute units. - Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside experienced nurses and caregivers who value teamwork. - Lower‑Acuity, Steady Pace - Ideal for nurses seeking balance without stepping away from bedside care. - Flexible, Per Diem Scheduling - Pick up shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle. What Makes This Role a Great Fit This position is especially well‑suited for: - Nurses seeking per diem or supplemental income - RNs transitioning from higher‑acuity settings - Retired or semi‑retired nurses wanting to stay engaged - New graduates looking to build confidence in a supportive setting - Nurses who value connection, routine, and patient advocacy Compensation & Extras - Competitive per diem hourly rate - Shift differentials where applicable - Free on‑site parking - Access to a welcoming, mission‑driven care environment About Guthrie Cortland’s Resident Care Facility Our Resident Care Facility provides compassionate long‑term and short‑term care in a warm, team‑oriented setting. As part of Guthrie Cortland Medical Center and the broader Guthrie system, we’re committed to high‑quality care and a workplace where nurses feel supported and valued. Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence‐ based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. Education, License & Cert: - Registered Nurse in the State of Practice. - BSN in Nursing preferred. - Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program. - Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect. - Specialty Certification is preferred - BLS certification. - ACLS is unit dependent. - PALS is unit dependent Experience: - The Registered Nurse must be a registered nurse currently licensed in the state of employment with at least one year of experience. Alternately, the Registered Nurse may have less than one year of experience if they have been transitioned to their position from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program. - The Registered Nurse must meet the individual nursing unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment. - Must maintain BLS certification. - ACLS is unit dependent. - Specifications regarding educational requirements during employment are determined by the Nursing Department and Nursing Unit. Essential Functions: 1. Employs Nursing Professional Practice: Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patients' care. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies as required by a specific area of hire and population served. 2. Advocates: Effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those we serve. 3. Facilitates Learning: Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team, including student; Facilities formal and informal learning for patients/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community. 4. Aligns Practice with Safety and Quality: Accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, and integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes. Aligns patient safety, self‐ safety, and environmental safety as equally important for best outcomes. 5. Engages in Professional Development: Engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within the legal parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and specialty standards. Promotes a culture of inquiry that explores, integrates, and disseminates research and evidence‐ based practice. 6. Leader in Practice Setting & Community: demonstrates leadership as change agents using the collaborative leadership skills of advocacy, influence and innovation. In partnering with colleagues appropriately delegates, coordinates care, and collaborates with others as equal members of the inter‐ professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Models professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession. 7. Participates in the planning and presentation of educational programs. 8. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‐ inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of the position. Other Duties: 1. Proficiency in Information Technology, such as electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the position. 2. Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. 3. Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery. 4. Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude. 5. Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations. The pay rate for this position is $39.00 - $54.12 based on experience.
Position Summary: Employee works with other members of the patient care team to deliver care to specific patient populations. The employee will maintain competency for population specific groups with consideration of physical, communication, safety, nutrition, and psychosocial needs. Education, License, & Cert: High School Grad or Equivalent Experience: Must be currently enrolled in a licensed nurse program. Essential Functions: Participates in the delivery of patient care for population groups under the direction of an RN/LPN including but not limited to the following: - Lifting, turning, and positioning patients utilizing Safe Patient Handling equipment (> 35 pounds), as appropriate. - Observing confused and difficult patients - AM/PM Hygiene care - Toileting, shaving, washing, brushing hair, dental and mouth care - Feeding - Assisting with range of motion exercises - Mobilizing patients - transfers and ambulation, utilizing Safe Patient Handling equipment (> 35 pounds), as appropriate and following the Mobility protocol - Exercise protocols - Discontinuing foley catheter - Simple dressing changes - Incentive spirometry supervision - Surgical preps - Postmortem care - Administers cleansing enemas - Removal of peripheral IV catheters - Apply external catheter or incontinence device - Sits with confused/disoriented patients or those requiring 1:1 observation for safety/suicide purposes, as assigned - Performs and records accurately: - Temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, heights and weights - I & O - Records bowel movements - ADLs and activities - Performs and records the following specimen collection: - Obtains urine, stool, and sputum specimens for patients; instructs patients in proper specimen collection technique. - Completes EKGs. - Glucose monitoring in Non-Critical Care Areas - Conducts bladder scanning - Basic ostomy care - Transports patients as needed - Serves, sets up and retrieves trays - Distributes water pitchers as appropriate - Orders and distributes nourishment. - Transports equipment - Transports blood products to and from the patient care area. - Participates in patient safety/patient satisfaction. - Answers call bells - Participates in patient rounding - Reports any signs of abuse to the nursing staff - Recognizes, troubleshoots and initiates corrective action needed on equipment. - Maintains neat and tidy environment (empties laundry, delivers equipment, keeps patient rooms clean and safe). - Inventories and assures disposition of patients' belongings when admitted, transferred, and/or discharged. - Assures proper storage of equipment. - Recognizes emergency situations and initiates plan of action - Notifies RN/LPN of any changes seen in patient's condition - Complies with policies and procedures of the hospital/nursing department. - Supports the philosophy of the hospital and department of nursing. - Maintains CPR certification and practice - Demonstrates cost-effective patient care by demonstrating proper use and care of equipment, appropriate and prudent use of supplies, accurate charging of supplies; performing other division-specific tasks, and appropriate utilization of available resources. - Participates in performance improvement activities to improve service and care. Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills. - Ability to communicate using telephones, computer systems. - Answers telephone promptly and politely, identifying self, title, and department. Receives and sends messages in an accurate and timely fashion. - Communicates with the patients, family, and members of the healthcare team in a concise, tactful, and considerate manner. Must represent the hospital in a professional courteous manner, while being sensitive to how others perceive both verbal and non-verbal communications. Other Duties: - Assists in the orientation of new personnel and serves as a role model to other employees. - Demonstrates willingness to accept non-routine work assignments as appropriate. - Encouraged to participate in community activities - Attends and participates in unit council (70% attendance). update 4-21-25
Position Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence‐ based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. Education, License & Cert: - Registered Nurse in the State of Practice. - BSN in Nursing preferred. - Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program. - Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect. - Specialty Certification is preferred - BLS certification. - ACLS is unit dependent. - PALS is unit dependent Experience: - The Registered Nurse must be a registered nurse currently licensed in the state of employment with at least one year of experience. Alternately, the Registered Nurse may have less than one year of experience if they have been transitioned to their position from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program. - The Registered Nurse must meet the individual nursing unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment. - Must maintain BLS certification. - ACLS is unit dependent. - Specifications regarding educational requirements during employment are determined by the Nursing Department and Nursing Unit. Essential Functions: 1. Employs Nursing Professional Practice: Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patients' care. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies as required by a specific area of hire and population served. 2. Advocates: Effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those we serve. 3. Facilitates Learning: Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team, including student; Facilities formal and informal learning for patients/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community. 4. Aligns Practice with Safety and Quality: Accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, and integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes. Aligns patient safety, self‐ safety, and environmental safety as equally important for best outcomes. 5. Engages in Professional Development: Engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within the legal parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and specialty standards. Promotes a culture of inquiry that explores, integrates, and disseminates research and evidence‐ based practice. 6. Leader in Practice Setting & Community: demonstrates leadership as change agents using the collaborative leadership skills of advocacy, influence and innovation. In partnering with colleagues appropriately delegates, coordinates care, and collaborates with others as equal members of the inter‐ professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Models professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession. 7. Participates in the planning and presentation of educational programs. 8. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‐ inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of the position. Other Duties: 1. Proficiency in Information Technology, such as electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the position. 2. Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. 3. Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery. 4. Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude. 5. Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations. The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $54.12 per hour.
