Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Float Pool - F/T - Night

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse in the Med/Surg Float Pool at Hackensack Meridian Health provides direct care to a variety of complex patients while coordinating with the healthcare team. This position supports dynamic environments and aims to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

Located in Hackensack, NJ, this full-time night shift role offers a competitive pay rate of $48 per hour. RN licensure in New Jersey and BLS/CPR within 60 days of hire are required, with BSN preferred and nursing experience

Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required; BSN in progress preferred.
• 6+ months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program.
• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in New Jersey.
• 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.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Implement age and disease-specific care in an organized manner.
• Administer medications utilizing advancements in bar-scanning technology.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Adhere to American Nurses Association Code for Nurses.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient data collection

Care planning

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary communication

Bar-scanning technology

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

Bar-scanning technology

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Med/Surg Float Pool provides direct care to a variety of complex patients, focusing on achieving desired outcomes through effective coordination and collaboration with the healthcare team. This role is ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Highlights

• Pay: $48/hour
• Location: Hackensack, NJ
• Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health
• Schedule: Full-time, Night 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 that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Implement age and disease-specific care in an organized manner.
• Administer medications utilizing advancements in bar-scanning technology.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Adhere to American Nurses Association Code for Nurses.

Requirements

Education:

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

Experience:

• 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 advancing healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change in the community.