Med/Surg RN: Care Coordinator & Patient Champion

Hackensack Meridian Health; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. You will assess patients, implement care plans, and collaborate with physicians to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role requires a NJ nursing license, BLS/CPR, and a willingness to pursue BSN within 3 years. The position involves hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within the Hackensack Meridian Health network.

Qualifications

• Current and valid New Jersey Nursing license is required.
• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association is required.
• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire.
• Must have six (6) or more months of nursing experience OR must be an active participant with Hackensack Meridian Health’s Nurse Residency Program.
• Telemetry certification preferred
• ACLS preferred
• National certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with physicians and support staff.
• Perform ongoing assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient care.
• Administer medications following evidence-based practices.
• Ensure documentation via electronic medical records.
• Uphold nursing policies and standards of care.
• Mentor/coordinate care with other caregivers as needed.
• Adhere to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Rapid decision making

Adaptability

Education

BSN in progress

Willing to acquire within 3 years

Tools

Telemetry certification

ACLS preferred

BLS/CPR certification

New Jersey Nursing license

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary team. You will assess patients, implement care plans, and collaborate with physicians to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role requires a NJ nursing license, BLS/CPR, and a willingness to pursue BSN within 3 years. The position involves hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within the Hackensack Meridian Health network.