RN - ACS (Per Diem)

Deborah Heart and Lung Center; Pemberton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Pemberton Township is seeking a Per Diem Nurse for day shifts who utilizes the nursing process for patients with cardiovascular/pulmonary health deficits. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year experience in cardiopulmonary nursing and hold a NJ Nursing License along with BLS and ACLS certifications.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $53.00. Responsibilities include directing nursing care for unstable patients and performing comprehensive assessments.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in cardiopulmonary nursing.
• NJ State Nursing License, BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• PALS certification preferred within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct primary nursing care to patients.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations.
• Direct nursing care for unstable patients requiring complex management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Position Summary: Utilizes the nursing process to provide and direct primary nursing care to patients with cardiovascular/pulmonary/vascular health deficits, in whom outcomes may be unpredictable to perform comprehensive assessment, planning, intervention and/or evaluation of complex multisystem health care deficits; to direct the nursing care of unstable patients or patients requiring complex care management. Handles multiple demands and tasks simultaneously, demonstrating clinical problem solving skills. Is supported by the nurse manager, assistant nurse manager and charge nurse in assuming unit leadership roles including, but not limited to, serving as the Charge Nurse, committee leadership and/or involvement, conducting unit orientation and education; directs and guides the use of resources for patient care.

Experience:

• Required: Minimum one year experience in cardiopulmonary nursing
• Preferred: Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation, IV Therapy Certification, Hemodynamics, and Mock Code Work Shop within 90 days of hire or at the first available course offering.

Education:

• Required: Graduate of accredited diploma, associate degree or baccalaureate degree nursing program. Non‑BSN’s must complete a BSN degree within 5 years of hire.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing

License and Credentials:

• Required: NJ State Nursing License; BLS certification, ACLS certification
• Preferred: PALS certification within 6 months of hire

Skills:

• Interpersonal, critical thinking, analytical skills and intermediate computer skills

Populations Served:

• Child: Infant (0‑1); Toddler (1‑3); Preschool (3‑6); School Age (6‑12); Adolescent (12‑18).
• Adult: Early Adult (19‑45); Middle Adult (46‑59); Late Adult (60‑79); Late Adult (Over 80).

Per Diem Position / Day Shift

The rate for this position is $53.00 per hour.

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