Registered Nurse - Critical Care - Per Diem Days

IntelliResume; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Edison, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse to work on a per diem daytime schedule. The role involves direct patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team with emphasis on data collection, assessment, and care planning.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree or nursing diploma; a BSN is preferred and must be pursued within three years. NJ RN license and BLS/CPR are required within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing or nursing diploma required.
• BSN in progress or willing to acquire within three years of hire.
• Six months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Nurse Residency Program.
• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in NJ.
• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
• Perform age and disease specific assessment/data collection independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.
• Identify variables in patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patient/family and healthcare team.
• Implement age and disease specific care in an organized manner.
• Perform continuous Point-of-Care electronic documentation.
• Administer medications utilizing bar-scanning and documentation technologies.

Skills

Nursing experience

Education

Associate degree in Nursing or nursing diploma

BSN in progress or willing to acquire within 3 years

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population to achieve desired outcomes. This role is ideal for those looking to expand their knowledge and skills while providing effective direct care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Highlights

• Pay: $46 - $46/hour
• Location: Edison, 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 assessment/data collection independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.
• Identify variables in patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patient/family and healthcare team.
• Implement age and disease specific care in an organized manner.
• Perform continuous Point-of-Care electronic documentation.
• Administer medications utilizing bar-scanning and documentation technologies.

Requirements

Education

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required
• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three years of hire

Experience

• Six months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Nurse Residency Program

Licenses & Certifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in NJ
• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association required within 60 days of hire

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on improving the lives of their patients and their caregivers through a strong sense of teamwork and dedication to ongoing education.