Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown

Incredible Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

PTO

Tuition Assistance

Magnet recognized hospital

Teaching Hospital

Job summary

Incredible Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Newark, NJ PCU/Stepdown unit. Shifts available day and night with full-time, part-time and per diem options in a teaching hospital setting.

Ideal candidates hold an ADN or higher, RN license, BLS and ACLS, and have experience in stepdown/high acuity care. Proficiency with EMR systems is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• ADN or higher nursing degree.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• 1 year stepdown/high acuity experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac rhythms.
• Proficient with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for medium/high acuity patients with vigilant vitals monitoring.
• Administer medications and complex treatment plans accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and others to optimize care.
• Educate patients and families on managing acute or chronic conditions and device use.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with policies.

Education

Associate's Degree (ADN) or above in nursing

Registered Nurse license

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification

Hemodynamic monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

EMR systems proficiency

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Newark, NJ area for the following position: Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post cardiac intervention, or Sheath pulls.

• Shift(s) available: day shift and night shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), Community hospital, Cross training, Magnet recognized, Medical, PTO, Teaching Hospital, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Strong skills in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation and other advanced nursing care practices
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for patients with medium to high acuity needs, closely monitoring vital signs, IV drips and other key indicators
• Administer medications and implement complex treatment plans, ensuring that medical orders are carried out accurately and promptly
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Educate patients and their families on the management of their acute or chronic conditions, including the proper use of equipment like BiPAP/CPAP/Home Oxygen and vital sign or blood sugar monitors
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records, adhering to hospital and departmental policies and regulations

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $70,920 to $117,990 /year