Registered Nurse - Observation - F/T Nights

Hackensack Meridian Health; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Brick, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team, with a focus on safety and quality outcomes during night shifts.

You will gather patient data, perform assessments, administer medications with bar-scanning technology, educate patients and families, and coordinate a care plan while ensuring clear communication with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN in progress and/or willingness to acquire within three years of hire.
• Experience: Six months of nursing experience or participation in Nurse Residency Program.
• Licenses: NJ nursing license and BLS/CPR certification required; telemetry certification a plus.

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 condition.
• Develop and coordinate a patient/family-focused plan of care.
• Administer medications using bar-scanning technology and monitor effects.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care with the healthcare team.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes and document care events.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Medication administration

Education

BSN in progress

Tools

Bar-scanning technology

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population to achieve desired outcomes. This role is ideal for those looking to expand their knowledge and skills while providing effective direct care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Highlights

• Location: Brick, 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.
• Identify patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop and coordinate a patient/family-focused plan of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications utilizing advancements in bar-scanning technology.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Adhere to established protocols and document care events.

Requirements

Education:

• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire

Experience:

• Six (6) months of nursing experience or participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current and valid New Jersey Nursing license required
• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association required
• Telemetry certification is a plus

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on transforming healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change in the community.