Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical ICU

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Surgical ICU Neuro Department. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality patient care, adhering to ethical standards, and ensuring safety in practice. The Registered Nurse will collaborate with a diverse team, manage patient care plans, and contribute to the overall health of the community. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. Join a team that values compassion, innovation, and community health, and be part of a transformative healthcare experience.

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

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Critical Care/Neuro RN required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

BSN (must be completed within 5 years)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Job description

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for our Surgical ICU Neuro Department at the New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

• ASN or Nursing Diploma
• Minimum 2 years of experience required as a Critical Care/Neuro RN
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• BSN or must be completed within 5 years upon hire
• At least 1 year of RN experience in Critical Care & Telemetry
• Previous ICU experience preferred
• CCRN/SCRN preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS and ACLS certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 36 hours per week 7a-7:30p
• Monday Friday, some weekend and holiday rotation
• PT

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.

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.

• 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
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• 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