Registered Nurse - Wound Care - Per Diem Day

IntelliResume; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a per diem position in Manahawkin, NJ. The role involves data collection, independent assessments, and coordinating patient-centered plans of care within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include administering medications with bar-scanning tech, communicating plans to patients and families, and ongoing care optimization. NJ RN license and BLS/CPR required; wound care certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid New Jersey RN license required.
• 1+ year nursing experience preferred; wound care experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification required; wound care certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age- and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Identify ethical issues and enhance patient satisfaction.
• Maintain competencies and continuing education for licensing requirements.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Communication

Medication administration

Ethical reasoning

Education

RN license in New Jersey

BLS/CPR certification

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 coordinating care among various healthcare professionals.

Highlights

• Location: Manahawkin, NJ
• Facility: Hackensack Meridian Health
• Schedule: Per Diem

What You'll Do

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health.
• Perform age and disease-specific assessments independently.
• Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients.
• Develop and coordinate patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicate and implement the plan of care effectively.
• Provide ongoing communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Administer medications using advanced bar-scanning technologies.
• Evaluate progress toward attainment of patient outcomes.
• Identify ethical issues and enhance patient satisfaction.
• Maintain competencies and continuing education for licensing requirements.

Requirements

Education:

• Current and valid New Jersey Registered Nurse license required

Experience:

• 1 or more years of nursing experience strongly preferred
• Wound care experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association required
• Wound care certification preferred

About Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on transforming healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change in the community.