SCTU RN Fulltime night shift

Virtua Medical Group; Voorhees Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in South New Jersey is seeking a Specialty Care Transport (SCT) Nurse to provide critical care during patient transfers between facilities, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient needs throughout each encounter.

Role requires 1 year nursing experience (ED/ICU preferred), accredited nursing degree, NJ RN license, ACLS/PALS/CPR; EMT and CCRN/CEN preferred. Hourly rate $45.64–$61.91; comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year nursing experience; ED or ICU preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; RN licensed in NJ.
• ACLS, PALS, and CPR certifications required; EMT and CCRN/CEN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment and provides appropriate treatment during transport.
• Functions as crew leader on a multi-disciplinary care team.
• Accurately and completely documents patient assessment, treatment, response to treatment and transfer of care.
• Maintains patient safety and adheres to standard precautions.
• Maintains all transport equipment and vehicle readiness.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Leadership

Education

RN license in NJ

BSN preferred

ACLS

PALS

CPR

EMT

CCRN

CEN

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Voorhees - 106 Carnie Blvd. Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 36 Additional Locations:

Job Summary

The role of the Specialty Care Transport (SCT) Nurse is to provide the required care during transport between designated facilities by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the patient’s needs during each encounter. The SCT Nurse demonstrates leadership by adhering to standards of patient care, providing the highest level of customer service and by directing the multidisciplinary patient care team. The SCT Nurse accepts the responsibility of creating an environment which promotes healing and wellness, demonstrated by delivery of positive patient and family-centered care services.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment and provides appropriate treatment according to established protocols and medical command during all patient transports.
• Functions as the crew leader on a multi-disciplinary care team.
• Accurately and completely documents patient assessment, treatment, response to treatment and transfer of care upon completion of every incident.
• Accurately and efficiently responds to all quality assurance requests.
• Effectively manages rapidly changing situations and demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.
• Maintains all Virtua owned equipment and property in a safe, clean and secure manner.
• Performs vehicle and equipment check at the start of each shift.
• Ensures that the SCTU is ready for service at all times.

Position Qualifications

Required Experience: (1) year minimum nursing experience required, (2) years nursing experience preferred in an Emergency Department or a Critical Care Unit.

Required Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred.

Training / Certification / Licensure: ACLS, PALS, CPR certifications required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Valid driver's license required. Must be at least 18 years of age and meet insurance requirements. Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) required. Current CCRN certification or CEN certification preferred.

Hourly Rate: $45.64 - $61.91. The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off
• paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability
• optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance
• supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well

That's our mission. We're dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.