Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float Pool - Per Diem Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Float Pool in Hackensack, NJ. The role emphasizes direct patient care across complex cases and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include data collection, independent assessments, care planning, and medication administration with advanced bar-scanning tech. Requires NJ RN license and BLS/CPR within 60 days.

Qualifications

• RN license in New Jersey.
• BLS/CPR certification within 60 days of hire.
• Six months of nursing experience or Nurse Residency Program.
• BSN in progress or to be acquired within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data relevant to the patient’s health.
• Perform age- and disease-specific assessments.
• Recognize changes in clinical and diagnostic status.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing updates to patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Administer medications with bar-scanning technology.
• Evaluate progress toward patient outcomes.
• Initiate interventions for changes in condition.
• Adhere to the ANA Code for Nurses.

Skills

Data collection

Age-specific assessments

Care coordination

Communication

Medication administration

Clinical status monitoring

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN in progress

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Critical Care Float Pool provides direct patient care for a variety of complex patients, focusing on achieving desired outcomes through effective collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. This per diem position is ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care.

Highlights

• Pay: $48 - $48/hour
• Location: Hackensack, NJ
• Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health
• Schedule: Per Diem, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications utilizing advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Initiate interventions related to changes in patient condition.
• Adhere to the American Nurses Association Code for Nurses.

Requirements

Education:

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required; BSN in progress or to be acquired within three years of hire.

Experience:

• Six months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in New Jersey.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.
• National Certification in area of specialty preferred when eligible.

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on advancing healthcare through innovation and collaboration, ensuring that both patients and team members thrive in a supportive environment.