REGISTERED NURSE - LONG TERM CARE - FLOAT POOL |FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT E/O WEEKEND (22132)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 64,747 - 90,921; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Time off policy

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our care team. You will perform patient assessments, develop plans, and deliver education and discharge planning under supervision of nursing leadership.

The role requires a New Jersey RN license, BLS certification, and IV certification, with BSN or enrollment in a BSN program. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in our diverse facility.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Registered Nurse license required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• IV Certification required.
• BSN required, or proof of enrollment in an accredited BSN program with completion expected within three years.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and provide patient care with growth and development appropriate to patient ages.
• Document initial observations and assess needs within 24 hours of admission.
• Assess nursing needs and detect changes in the clinical picture.
• Develop, plan, and evaluate care based on assessment.
• Coordinate education and discharge planning with other disciplines.
• Provide comprehensive patient/resident care and family teaching.
• Collaborate with health care team to complete MDS/care planning and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Transcribe orders accurately and notify physician of changes in management.

Skills

NJ RN license

AHA BLS

IV Certification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

BSN required

Enrollment in BSN program

Job description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, we are looking for a Registered Nurse.

Job Duties

• Assessment, treatment, and patient care responsibilities delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development appropriate to patient ages.
• Identify and document initial observation and assessment of the patient’s needs for immediate nursing action within twenty‑four hours of admission.
• Systematically and accurately assess nursing needs to detect pertinent changes in the clinical picture.
• Identify appropriate foci for care.
• Develop, plan, evaluate, and document care based on assessment.
• Assess, intervene, and document appropriately to meet patient’s educational, psychosocial, and discharge planning needs with other disciplines.
• Initiate appropriate referrals to departments, services, and/or outside agencies.
• Give comprehensive patient/resident care.
• Initiate and follow through with patient and family teaching.
• Consult with unit Nursing Leadership regarding significant changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with all members of the health care team to complete MDS/care planning in compliance with regulatory agency requirement.
• Communicate relevant patient care information on shift‑to‑shift report.
• Utilize patient care standards in clinical practice.
• Document pertinent information regarding patient’s response to treatment and progress toward goals; revise Plan of Care as indicated.
• Complete Admission/Transfer Summary Sheet and/or Discharge Summary.
• Transcribe physician’s orders accurately and timely; seek clarification of unclear or inappropriate orders.
• Interpret clinical data and notify physician promptly if immediate changes in management are indicated.
• Administer intravenous medications in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Titrate medicated infusions per physician’s prescription, protocols, and standards.
• Complete checks to ensure emergency equipment is on hand and in good working order.
• Recognize equipment malfunction or failure; report to Biomedical Engineering and take appropriate action to repair or replace equipment (e.g., ventilators, cardiac monitors, defibrillators).
• Check that all monitoring equipment and ventilator alarms are set according to standards.
• Participate in patient care rounds by presenting findings on patients.
• Apply principles of infection control and safety.
• Assist in the orientation of new personnel.
• Provide clinical supervision of LPNs, CNAs, and other ancillary staff.
• Exhibit customer service skills: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, helpfulness; respond in a timely, professional, caring, and respectful manner.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards; assess gaps and create necessary policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct and Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Duties

• Orient patient’s family to the new environment and develop rapport.
• Relieve the Nurse Manager as required.
• Assist in data collection and analysis of QA/CQI monitors; participate in implementation of follow‑up action.
• Accurately and effectively utilize the hospital computer system in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participate actively on Quality Improvement committees as assigned.
• Assist other personnel as needed.
• Keep up to date with current trends pertinent to area of assignment.
• Participate in continuing education activities; attend scheduled in‑service programs; share information gained at conferences with colleagues.

Position Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Registered Nurse license required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• IV Certification required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Education

BSN required, or proof of enrollment in an accredited BSN program with completion expected within three (3) years of start date.

Salary

$46.94 - $66.43 per hour. Differential: weekend $2.00 per hour, evening 10% night 12% / charge pay $2.00 per hour.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work‑life balance with a generous time‑off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to support ongoing development.