Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Med-Surg)

CVP (Customer Value Partners); East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Employer-paid plans

Job summary

CVP seeks Med/Surg RNs to join our team providing nursing care for Veterans at the VA New Jersey Health Care System, East Orange VA Medical Center, East Orange, NJ. You will assess needs, document in EHR, and coordinate with the care team.

Responsibilities include medication administration, wound care, patient education, and clinical oversight of LPNs and aides. Requires active RN license and BLS; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved nursing program and licensed as an RN.
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required.
• Minimum 1 year of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in past 5 years.
• Strong understanding of patient safety and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health needs and develop a care plan with interdisciplinary team.
• Document data in electronic health record using templates.
• Complete nursing assessments within required time frames.
• Administer medications including IVs with BCMA accuracy.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient safety

Vital signs monitoring

Emergency response

HIPAA compliance

EHR proficient

Bar Code Medication Administration (BC

Education

RN degree (ACEN/CCNE approved program or state equivalent)

Tools

CPRS

JPRS

BCMA

EHR basics

Job description

CVP seeks Med Surg RNs to join our team in providing our Nation's Veterans with skilled nursing care at the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) at East Orange VA Medical Center located at 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018.

• Assess the health care needs of patients and develop/maintain a plan of care to meet interdisciplinary goals
• Collect and document pertinent data into the electronic patient medical record using designated templates
• Complete nursing assessments within required time frames, in accordance with policy and procedure
• Perform head-to-toe assessments, insert IV lines, and manage peripheral and central lines
• Administer medications including IV medication using Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) with 100% accuracy
• Coordinate and participate in admission and discharge of patients
• Measure vital signs/hemodynamic monitoring including Pain (the 5th Vital Sign), pulse oximetry
• Perform wound care including dressing changes (sterile and non-sterile), and obtaining wound cultures as necessary
• Perform tracheostomy care, suctioning, and tube feeding management as needed
• Assist with routine urinary and bowel elimination including catheters and colostomy care
• Educate patients/residents and/or families regarding health, diagnoses, and medication administration
• Respond and assist in emergency situations
• Provide clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Health Technicians
• Perform and document Braden Scale skin risk assessments and Fall Risk Assessments
• Document Joint Patient Reporting System (JPRS) reports for patient incidents
• Clear all CPRS clinical alerts daily
• Prioritize and complete all tasks within assigned shift
• Update patient care plans and notify physicians of changes in condition
• Practice VA core values Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE)
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA requirements
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Current, full, active and unrestricted RN license from a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia
• Minimum of one (1) year of Medical/Surgical nursing experience within the past five (5) years
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Current ACLS certification preferred
• Ability to successfully complete a government background investigation
• Working knowledge of electronic health records and basic computer skills

Location

• East Orange VA Medical Center located at 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018

Pay Rate

• Hourly Pay $57/hr
• Health & Wellness (H&W) $5.09/hr (H&W will be prorated based on enrollment in the benefits offered, including automatic enrollment in employer-paid plans)

About CVP

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation. CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.