ICU/CCU Registered Nurse - Critical Care Expert

Capital Health (US); Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Paid Time-Off Program

Job summary

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care in a dynamic hospital setting. The role emphasizes nursing process, safety, pain management, discharge planning, and coordination with care teams to optimize patient outcomes.

You will participate in performance improvement, Joint Commission readiness, and education initiatives while maintaining high standards of care and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience: None. Previous nursing experience preferred.
• Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse - NJ.
• TNCC and 8 hours of Trauma CNE if assigned to ICU/CCU, Surgical Trauma Unit, PACU, ED.
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification and 8 hours of Stroke CNE if assigned to Critical Care, ED, Neuro units, certain Hopewell duties.
• ACLS required within 6 months for specified units.
• NRP if assigned to Maternity Services.
• PALS if assigned to Emergency/Paediatrics areas.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Ensures patient safety by following policies and procedures.
• Supports pain management and explains care plans to patients and families.
• Plans discharge to maximize meaningful life activities and home recovery.
• Participates in performance improvement and Joint Commission readiness activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Policy Adherence

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

NJ RN License

AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider

Job description

Capital Health in New Jersey is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care in a dynamic hospital setting. The role emphasizes nursing process, safety, pain management, discharge planning, and coordination with care teams to optimize patient outcomes.

You will participate in performance improvement, Joint Commission readiness, and education initiatives while maintaining high standards of care and patient satisfaction.