Registered Nurse (RN) Same Day Surgery Unit Per Diem Day

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,918 - 92,354; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a PD RN for Jersey City Medical Center. The role is in the Same Day Surgery department, with day shifts and per diem status. Candidates must have a BSN or be enrolled in a BSN program with a planned completion date, plus ambulatory/SDS experience including pre/post-op care. An active NJ RN license and BLS are required; ACLS preferred.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage in New Jersey and requires 3 shifts per month with some weekend and holiday coverage."

Qualifications

• BSN is required or actively enrolled in a BSN program with an expected completion date.
• Ambulatory/Same Day Surgery experience with pre op and post op/phase II.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the scope of practice and maintain ethical standards.
• Ensure safety and contribute to evidence-based practice through ongoing learning.
• Report safety issues and hazardous conditions promptly.
• Know the patient population served and coordinate with care teams.
• Supervise delegation and collaborate with other care providers.
• Set and evaluate priorities with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
• Utilize the nursing process to tailor care plans for each patient.

Skills

BSN

Ambulatory/Same Day Surgery

Post-op care

Education

BSN program enrollment

Job description

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

Req #: 0000258892

Category: Nurses

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Same Day Surgery

Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 per hour

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Job Title: PD RN

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Same Day Surgery

Req #: 0000258892

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 per hour

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located— in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications

Required:

• BSN required or actively enrolled in a BSN program with an expected completion date
• Ambulatory/ Same Day Surgery experience with pre op and post op/phase II

Preferred

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Certifications And Licenses Required

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
• BLS from the American Heart Association
• ACLS Preferred

Scheduling Requirements

• Day Shift
• Per Diem
• Monday - Friday flexible 8hrs shift anytime between 8:00am -5:00pm
• Must be able to work every other weekend
• Scheduled as needed with a minimum requirement of 3 shifts a month
• Will need to work 1 winter and 1 summer holiday

Essential Functions

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
• 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.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits And Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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 on 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer