Compassionate Registered Nurse - Patient Care & Medications

Atlantic Health System; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in Newark, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse to collaborate with healthcare professionals to treat patients with injuries, illnesses or disabilities. You will monitor patients, administer medications, document care, educate patients and coordinate with the care team.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, medication administration, and contributing to nursing care plans with the healthcare team. BLS certification is required; RN licensure is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate, complete health care records and reports.
• Administers medications to patients and monitors them for side effects and reactions.
• Prescribes assistive medical devices and related treatments.
• Monitors, reports, and records symptoms or changes in patient conditions.
• Assesses, implements, plans, or evaluates patient nursing care plans by working with healthcare team members.
• Records patient vital signs and medical information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)

BSN completion for ASN holders within five years

Job description

Atlantic Health System in Newark, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse to collaborate with healthcare professionals to treat patients with injuries, illnesses or disabilities. You will monitor patients, administer medications, document care, educate patients and coordinate with the care team.

The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping, medication administration, and contributing to nursing care plans with the healthcare team. BLS certification is required; RN licensure is essential.