PACU Ambulatory Surgery Center Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Virtua Health; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b)

Paid time off

Sick leave benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Virtua Health in Mount Holly, NJ is seeking a part-time, per diem PACU nurse for 1st shift. You will assess and coordinate patient care, administer therapies, and educate patients and families on care needs. Requires 2+ years PACU experience and NJ RN license; ACLS/PALS/BLS preferred.

Commitment to high-quality care in a Magnet-recognized system with extensive locations. Be part of a team delivering exceptional care with support for ongoing education, benefits, and professional development.

Qualifications

• 2 years of PACU experience is required.
• ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification preferred.
• Must hold a valid NJ RN license and present it as required.
• Knowledge of hospital practices and patient safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Administer, monitor, and document therapeutic interventions.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team and family.
• Educate patients and families on disease process and care needs.
• Maintain competencies and participate in performance improvement.

Skills

PACU Experience

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

BLS Certification

Strong Communication

Education

NJ RN License

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Mount Holly -160 Madison Avenue Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 0 Additional Locations:

Summary: Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care through outcome identification and evidence-based practice. As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
• Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
• Effectively manages rapidly changing situations.
• Participates in clinical decision-making.
• Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
• Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team.
• Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.
• Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
• Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.
• Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

• 2 years of PACU Experience Required
• ACLS, PALS, and BLS Required Certification Preferred
• Must have valid NJ RN License.
• Approved licenses must be presented and maintained in accordance with the State of New Jersey Licensing Board.
• Refer to the Educational/Regulatory Requirement (Department Specific) policy in the Nursing Administrative Manual.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards.
• Perfects skills and stays abreast of current nursing practice through on-going education, journals, etc.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers.

Hourly Rate: $59.47

Benefits:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We're dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.