Registered Nurse (RN), Peds Transport, Per Diem

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Pediatric Specialty Care Transport Unit. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with a dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric nursing and be committed to advancing their knowledge and skills. With a focus on community health and patient-centered care, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families. Join a team that values compassion and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of PICU RN or related experience required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Supervise and direct delegation of tasks to appropriate team members.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proficient Computer Skills

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

BSN (must be completed within 5 years)

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

EMT License

TNCC Certification

Job description

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Specialty Care Transport Unit at the New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

1. ASN or Nursing Diploma
2. PALS
3. 3-5 years of PICU RN or related experience required
4. Strong communication and organizational skills
5. Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

1. BSN or must be completed within 5 years upon hire
2. Pediatric Transport experience preferred
3. EMT license preferred
4. TNCC certification preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

1. BLS and ACLS certification
2. Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

1. Per Diem Hours

Essential Functions:

1. The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
2. The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.
3. The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
4. The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
5. The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
6. The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
7. The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient’s needs.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

1. Paid Time Off (PTO)
2. Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
3. Dental and Vision Insurance
4. Retirement Plans
5. Short & Long Term Disability
6. Life & Accidental Death Insurance
7. Tuition Reimbursement
8. Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
9. Wellness Programs
10. Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
11. Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer