Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/ Recovery - F/T Nights

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliResume is seeking a Registered Nurse in Hackensack, NJ to provide direct patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team, focusing on improving patient outcomes. You will collect data, perform assessments, develop a care plan, and communicate with patients, families and the healthcare team.

The position is a full-time night shift at Hackensack Meridian Health in Hackensack. Requirements include an RN license in New Jersey, BLS/CPR within 60 days, and 6+ months of nursing experience or

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing or diploma required.
• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three years of hire.
• Current and valid RN license in New Jersey.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age and disease specific assessment independently.
• Develop a plan of care and coordinate its implementation.
• Communicate with patient, family and healthcare team.
• Administer medications using bar-scanning technology.
• Maintain ongoing documentation of patient status.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Communication

Documentation

Bar-scanning tech

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population, focusing on expanding knowledge and skills while providing effective direct care as part of an interdisciplinary team. This role is ideal for those who are dedicated to improving patient outcomes and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Highlights

• Pay: $48 - $48/hour
• Location: Hackensack, 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 assessment/data collection independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.
• Identify variables in patient/family education needs based on age and disease.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Communicate, coordinate, and implement the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing communication with patient/family and healthcare team.
• Implement age and disease specific care in an organized manner.
• Perform continuous Point-of-Care electronic documentation.
• Administer medications utilizing advancements in bar-scanning technology.

Requirements

Education

• Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required
• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire

Experience

• Six (6) or more 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 by American Heart Association 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 team members to advance their mission of transforming healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change.