Registered Nurse - PACU - Per Diem Days

IntelliResume; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse in the PACU to deliver evidence-based nursing care in a fast-paced perioperative setting in Brick, NJ. This per diem, day-shift opportunity suits nurses who thrive in collaboration and a patient-centered approach.

The role requires at least 1 year in critical care, ventilator experience, and a NJ nursing license with BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS. Strong clinical communication, documentation expertise, and patient education are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN strongly preferred or willing to acquire within three years of hire.
• Minimum 1 year of critical care nursing experience required.
• Ventilator experience required.
• NJ Nursing license current and valid; BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing practices according to evidence-based research and standards of care.
• Communicate ongoing patient status and treatment plans with healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using bar-scanning and documentation technologies.
• Document patient assessments, plans of care, interventions, and evaluations electronically.
• Provide patient and family-centered education to optimize health and wellness.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary discharges to ensure safe transitions of care.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Ventilator management

PACU/recovery experience

Electronic documentation

Education

BSN degree

Willing to obtain BSN within 3 years

Tools

Bar-code scanning

Electronic health records

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the PACU at Hackensack Meridian Health is responsible for delivering evidence-based nursing practices and ensuring safe, individualized patient care. This role is ideal for nurses who thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to advancing healthcare.

Highlights

• Location: Brick, NJ
• Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health
• Schedule: Per Diem, Days

What You’ll Do

• Deliver nursing practices according to evidence-based research and standards of care.
• Communicate ongoing patient status and treatment plans with healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using advanced bar-scanning and documentation technologies.
• Document patient assessments, plans of care, interventions, and evaluations electronically.
• Provide patient and family-centered education to optimize health and wellness.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary discharges to ensure safe transitions of care.

Requirements

• Education: BSN strongly preferred and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of critical care nursing experience required; ventilator experience required; prior PACU/recovery experience preferred
• Licenses & Certifications: Current and valid New Jersey Nursing license required; BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS certification required

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on collaboration and connection among their team members to improve the health and wellness of the communities they serve.