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RWJBarnabas Health Registered Nurse (RN), Livingston, NJ, Part Time, Evening (2PM-12MN), On Call Required in Livingston, New Jersey
Registered Nurse (RN), Livingston, NJ, Part Time, Evening (2PM-12MN), On Call RequiredReq #:0000154905
Category:Nursing
Status:Part-Time
Shift:Evening
Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department:Post Anesth Care Unit
Location:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Overview:
The experienced Post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse is responsible for continuous monitoring of post-operative patients in the main hospital. They oversee the direct care of neuro, trauma, ortho, or general surgery patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for ensuring patient safety, pain management, and education in the post-surgical phase.
Qualifications:
A graduate from an accredited school of Nursing
Baccalaureate or Associate Degree in Nursing
Required:
Current and active New Jersey RN licensure is required.
Minimum of 1 2 years experience with Post-Anesthesia Care
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association Certification upon hire.
Strong critical thinking/assessment skills.
Completion of all Orientation requirements of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
Certifications and Licenses Required:
The American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification upon hire
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
ACLS/PALS upon hire or within 6 months of the start date.
Must be I.V. certified from an approved facility or completion of requirements for I.V. certification within 90 days of hire to unit.
Scheduling Requirements:
Evening Shift, 2PM-12MN. 9.5 Hr. Shift
Part-Time (20 hours per week)
Required to work every other weekend and holiday rotations
On Call Required
Essential Functions:
The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others in the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resources and programs available.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
The Registered Nurse participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.
The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, who utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient s needs.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Job Overview:
The experienced Post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse is responsible for continuous monitoring of post-operative patients in the main hospital. They oversee the direct care of neuro, trauma, ortho, or general surgery patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for ensuring patient safety, pain management, and education in the post-surgical phase.
Qualifications:
A graduate from an accredited school of Nursing
Baccalaureate or Associate Degree in Nursing
Required:
Current and active New Jersey RN licensure is required.
Minimum of 1 2 years experience with Post-Anesthesia Care
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association Certification upon hire.
Strong critical thinking/assessment skills.
Completion of all Orientation requirements of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
Certifications and Licenses Required:
The American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification upon hire
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
ACLS/PALS upon hire or within 6 months of the start date.
Must be I.V. certified from an approved facility or completion of requirements for I.V. certification within 90 days of hire to unit.
Scheduling Requirements:
Evening Shift, 2PM-12MN. 9.5 Hr. Shift
Part Time (20 hours per week)
Required to work every other weekend and holiday rotations
On Call Required
Essential Functions:
The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others in the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resources and programs available.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
The Registered Nurse participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.
The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, who utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient s needs.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer