Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Float Pool -Per Diem - Days

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 patient care to a variety of complex patients, focusing on outcomes through effective communication and coordination with the healthcare team. This per diem position offers flexibility and opportunities to expand nursing skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include data collection, age- and disease-specific assessments, care planning, medication administration with bar-scanning

Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required.
• BSN in progress or willingness to acquire within three years of hire.
• Six months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program.
• Current NJ RN license and BLS/CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age- and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Initiate interventions for changes in patient condition.
• Adhere to established protocols and document care accurately.

Skills

Data collection

Clinical assessment

Plan of care

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN in progress / willing to acquire within 3 years

Tools

Bar-scanning technology

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Med/Surg Float Pool provides direct patient care to a variety of complex patients, focusing on achieving desired outcomes through effective communication and coordination with the healthcare team. This per-diem position is ideal for those looking to expand their nursing skills in a collaborative environment.

Highlights

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

What You'll Do

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Initiate interventions for changes in patient condition.
• Adhere to established protocols and document care accurately.

Requirements

Education:

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

Experience:

• Six 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
• National Certification in area of specialty preferred when eligible

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 their team members to advance healthcare and serve their community effectively.