Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float Pool - Per Diem Days

IntelliResume; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Float Pool. The role focuses on direct patient care across complex cases and relies on clear communication with the healthcare team.

You will perform age- and disease-specific assessments, develop care plans, administer medications with bar-scanning and documentation tools, and monitor patient progress.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing or diploma required.
• BSN in progress or within 3 years of hire.
• Current NJ RN license and BLS/CPR within 60 days of hire.
• National certification in area of specialty preferred when eligible.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data on patient health.
• Perform age- and disease-specific assessments.
• Recognize status changes and adjust care plan accordingly.
• Develop and implement a plan of care to meet outcomes.
• Communicate and coordinate with the care team and families.
• Administer medications using bar-scanning and documentation tools.
• Evaluate progress toward outcomes and initiate interventions as needed.
• Adhere to protocols and document events accurately.

Skills

Nursing

Patient assessment

Clinical documentation

Communication with team

Medication administration

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

Bar-scanning systems

Documentation systems

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Critical Care Float Pool provides direct care to a variety of complex patients, focusing on achieving desired outcomes through effective communication and coordination with the healthcare team. This per-diem position is ideal for nurses looking to expand their skills in a dynamic environment.

Highlights

• 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 or situation.
• Perform age and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.
• Develop a plan of care with strategies and interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications utilizing advancements in bar-scanning and documentation technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Initiate interventions related to changes in patient condition.
• Adhere to established protocols and document events accurately.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required
  • BSN in progress or willingness to acquire within three (3) years of hire
• Experience:
  • Six (6) months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Current and valid Registered Nurse license in New Jersey
  • BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association 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 collaboration and support among team members to enhance the health and well-being of the communities they serve.