Registered Nurse Home Care- Per Diem (Middlesex/Somerset/Union counties)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Travel Reimbursement

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for home care in Iselin, NJ on a per diem schedule. You will provide professional nursing care to patients at home, assess and refine care plans, and document all activities with an emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires NJ RN licensure and BLS, with IV certification preferred. At least 6 months of RN experience or 1 year as an LPN in home care or hospice is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey required or pending licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• I.V. certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients in their home.
• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate home nursing care needs.
• Ensure compliance with physician orders and documentation.
• Demonstrate holistic care for patients and their significant others.
• Maintain safe patient care and demonstrate competency in treatments.
• Utilize interdisciplinary teams and document all activities accurately.
• Report patient care problems to management and communicate solutions.
• Act as a liaison among physicians, management, and healthcare team members.
• Complete nursing assessments and collaborate on the Plan of Care.
• Supervise home health aide staff and participate in their evaluation.

Skills

Professional nursing care

Patient assessment

Plan of care development

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervision of aides

Communication with physicians

Home health care

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Diploma Certificate in Nursing

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse Home Care position at Hackensack Meridian Health involves providing professional nursing care to patients in their homes, focusing on individualized care and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. This role is ideal for nurses seeking a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Highlights

• Location: Iselin, NJ


• Schedule: Per Diem

What You’ll Do

• Provide professional nursing care to patients in their home.


• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate home nursing care needs.


• Ensure compliance with physician orders and documentation.


• Demonstrate holistic care for patients and their significant others.


• Maintain safe patient care and demonstrate competency in treatments.


• Utilize interdisciplinary teams and document all activities accurately.


• Report patient care problems to management and communicate solutions.


• Act as a liaison among physicians, management, and healthcare team members.


• Complete nursing assessments and collaborate on the Plan of Care.


• Supervise home health aide staff and participate in their evaluation.

Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or Diploma Certificate in Nursing

Experience

• At least 6 months RN experience or 1 year LPN experience, preferably in home care or hospice

Licenses & Certifications

• Current NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License


• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification


• IV Certification preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Travel Reimbursement


• 401(k) match


• Tuition Reimbursement

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on fostering a collaborative culture that supports both patients and employees, ensuring a fulfilling work environment.