Nursing Careers: Stability, Growth, and Fulfillment in Skilled Nursing Facilities

In the Philadelphia metropolitan area, nursing professionals are thriving, especially in skilled nursing facilities. The demand for skilled nursing care is high, providing consistent job opportunities for RNs, LPNs, and certified nursing assistants (CNAs). In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics highlights our region as fertile ground for nursing careers due to an aging population and increasing rates of chronic illnesses.

So Many Rewards in Skilled Nursing Care
While job stability in skilled nursing is unquestionable, working in skilled nursing facilities offers nursing professionals a unique set of rewards not commonly found in other health care environments.

In skilled nursing facilities, nurses collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans—which can last for several weeks to several years—for patients recuperating from surgeries, injuries, or acute illnesses. Skilled nursing professionals deliver precise and specialized care through these plans, witnessing the substantial progress patients make over time during their recovery journeys. 

This extended duration of care not only fosters significant improvements for patients but also cultivates deeper connections between nursing professionals and patients. The emphasis on individualized care, measurable progress, and the opportunity for meaningful patient relationships sets skilled nursing apart as an attractive choice for many nursing professionals compared to hospital or outpatient settings.

 “The Lafayette and St. Joseph Manor, which are Redeemer Health skilled nursing facilities, provide a level of personalized, holistic care that simply isn't possible in most hospital settings. Our nurses and CNAs have the opportunity to truly get to know each patient or resident, to understand their unique needs, goals, and life stories. This allows us to deliver care that is tailored to the individual, not just the illness or injury. Our nurses and CNAs are not just caregivers—they are mentors, advocates, and friends to those in their care,” says Patricia Benz, a skilled nursing talent recruiter for The Lafayette and St Joseph Manor.

The Lafayette and St. Joseph Manor: Supporting Nursing Professionals
Redeemer Health skilled nursing facilities, including The Lafayette and St. Joseph Manor, stand out as supportive environments for nursing professionals looking for fulfilling careers.

Through significant rate increases that honor the crucial role of skilled nursing professionals to fostering continuous learning through access to tuition assistance and nursing scholarship opportunities, Redeemer Health is committed to creating an environment that promotes professional growth. 

Additionally, newly hired skilled nursing professionals value Redeemer Health’s Nurse Residency Program, which equips them with the necessary tools and mentorship for success in skilled nursing care. “In the Nurse Residency Program, nothing is ever the right or wrong question. You get to share your ideas. It makes me a better professional because I get to enhance what I’ve taken from the Nurse Residency Program and carry it on while I’m at work,” says Leashiea Reid, LPN, The Lafayette.

Explore Opportunities Now!
"There has never been a better time to join our rapidly expanding skilled nursing team at The Lafayette or St. Joseph Manor.  We now offer increased rates and sign-on bonuses, plus with both facilities earning nationally recognized distinctions for short-term rehab and long-term care, now is the perfect time to be part of our journey towards excellence and seize exceptional opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment," says Patricia.

Redeemer Health welcomes you to consider RN, LPN, and CNA opportunities at The Lafayette and St. Joseph Manor. Click here to explore and apply for available jobs today.