PACU Ambulatory Surgery Center Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Virtua; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) / 401(k) options

Paid time off and sick leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse in New Jersey to assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. This role collaborates with the healthcare team, coordinates care with patients and families, and adheres to evidence-based practice.

The hourly rate is $59.47 and the position is on-site, part-time, with benefits. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, implementing care plans, managing changing situations, and educating patients and families about

Qualifications

• Must have valid NJ RN license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate efforts of a care team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and develop, implement, and evaluate a plan of care.
• Administer, monitor, and document therapeutic interventions.
• Manage rapidly changing clinical situations.
• Participate in clinical decision-making.
• Educate patient and family about disease, care needs, and safety.

Skills

PACU experience

ACLS

PALS

BLS

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 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat 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.

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Location:

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Mount Holly -160 Madison Avenue

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Remote Type:

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On-Site

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Employment Type:

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Employee

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Employment Classification:

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Per Diem

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Time Type:

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Part time

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Work Shift:

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1st Shift (United States of America)

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Total Weekly Hours:

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0

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Job Information:

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Summary

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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.

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Position Responsibilities

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• 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.

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Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

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• 2 years of PACU Experience Required
• ACLS, PALS, and BLS Required
• Certification Preferred

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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.

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Hourly Rate: $59.47

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Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: 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, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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