Registered Nurse Float - Rapid response team - Per Diem Evening

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse on the Rapid Response Team for per diem evening coverage in Hackensack, NJ. This role emphasizes direct patient care, coordination with the interdisciplinary team, and patient-centered outcomes.

Responsibilities include comprehensive data collection, independent assessments, plan-of-care development, and medication administration using bar-code scanning technology. NJ RN license and BLS are required or obtained within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing or diploma required; BSN in progress preferred.
• Six months of nursing experience or Nurse Residency Program participation.
• Current and valid NJ Registered Nurse license.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Identify patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop and coordinate a patient/family focused plan of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication regarding patient's status and care.
• Administer medications utilizing advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Adhere to established protocols and document care accurately.

Skills

Data collection

Independent assessments

Plan of care

Communication

Care documentation

Medication administration

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

Bar-code scanning

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse Float on the Rapid Response Team provides direct care to a variety of complex patients, focusing on achieving desired outcomes through effective coordination and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. This per-diem evening position is ideal for nurses who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to patient-centered care.

Highlights

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

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.
• Identify patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop and coordinate a patient/family focused plan of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication regarding patient's status and care.
• Administer medications utilizing advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Adhere to established protocols and document care accurately.

Requirements

Education

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required; BSN in progress preferred.

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 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 collaboration and support among team members to enhance the health and well-being of the communities they serve.