Registered Nurse - Same Day Surgery - Per Diem Days

IntelliResume; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Edison, NJ is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for Same Day Surgery. This role provides direct patient care and coordinates with physicians and staff in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The position offers a day shift, per diem schedule, and competitive pay. The RN must hold NJ licensure and BLS/CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Education as ADN or nursing diploma required.
• BSN in progress within three years of hire.
• Six months nursing experience or Nurse Residency program.
• Current RN license in New Jersey.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
• Perform age- and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Develop a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions.
• Coordinate communication among the care team and implement the plan.
• Administer medications using bar-scanning and documentation technologies.
• Monitor progress and evaluate attainment of outcomes.
• Identify ethical issues in the practice setting.
• Adhere to organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Direct patient care

Coordination with healthcare team

Documentation and bar-scanning

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Nursing diploma

BSN in progress within 3 years

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in Same Day Surgery provides direct patient care and coordinates activities among nursing peers, physicians, and support services to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This per diem position is ideal for those looking to expand their skills in a dynamic surgical environment.

Highlights

• Pay: $46 - $46/hour
• Location: Edison, NJ
• Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health
• Schedule: Per Diem, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
• Perform age and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.
• 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.
• Administer medications utilizing bar-scanning and documentation technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Identify ethical issues in the practice setting.
• Adhere to HMH's Organizational and Managerial competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree required
  • BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three years of hire
• Experience:
  • Six months of relevant nursing experience or participation in Nurse Residency Program
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Current RN License in New Jersey
  • BLS/CPR certification required within 60 days of hire

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on innovation and collaboration to improve the health and well-being of the communities they serve.