Registered Nurse (RN) Residency Program Medical-Surgical Unit-III1West Full Time DayReq #:0000203423 Category:Nursing Status:Full-Time Shift:Day Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center Department:Medical-Surgical Unit-III1West Salary:$45.55 per hour Location: WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 Job Title:RN Resident Location:WILLIAMSON STREET Department Name:Medical-Surgical Unit-III1West Req #:0000203423 Status:Hourly Shift:Day Salary Range: $45.55 - $45.55, Hourly Job Overview: Trinitas Regional Medical Center, established in 2000 through the consolidation of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital, operates as a Catholic teaching hospital under the oversight of the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth. Situated in Elizabeth, NJ, the hospital serves a population exceeding 129,000, offering comprehensive healthcare across two campuses. With 554 beds, including facilities for long-term care and behavioral health, Trinitas annually treats nearly 20,000 inpatients, 70,000 emergency patients and accommodates over 450,000 outpatient visits. Committed to God's healing mission, Trinitas prioritizes excellent, compassionate care, particularly for the poor and vulnerable, exemplified by its status as a leading Charity Care provider in the state. Trinitas is recognized for excellence across 12 Centers of Excellence, ranging from cardiology to sleep medicine. The RWJBarnabas Health New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) Residency program is a one-year program that provides New Graduate RNs with a safe, caring, supportive and robust learning environment for a new graduate nurse to gain clinical competency and achieve transition from student to professional practice. It includes: Preceptor and relationship-guided new graduate transition program, Continuing education and ongoing enhancement of professional development. Specialty specific Foundational Courses developed to reflect scope and standards of practice. Application of professional accountability and ethical practice is inherent in the role of the registered nurse. Recognition of the effects of skilled nursing practice on patient safety, quality and satisfaction. Self-care focuses on maintaining a safe and fulfilling nursing practice for both the nurse and the patient. Mentorship to support the new graduate nurse though their first year of practice and beyond. Hired into the area of specialty. Night Shift. Demonstrated passion in the area of interest. Flexibility to attend orientation and program required educational courses as determined by the program. Leadership and the desire to become involved in the professional practice journey. Ability to attend focus groups and additional learning requirements for practice achievement. Residency programs available in the following specialties: Medical/Surgical (includes Telemetry), Oncology (Onc), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department (ED), Labor & Delivery (L&D), Operating Room (OR), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatric (Peds), Mother/Baby, Behavioral Health (Psych/BH). Qualifications: Required: + ASN or Nursing Diploma + Strong communication and organizational skills + Proficient computer skills Preferred: + Med./Surg. Telemetry and/or ER nursing experience + National nursing certifications Certifications and Licenses Required: + BLS through American Heart Association upon hire + ACLS Certification within 6 months of start date + Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License or active Compact Registered Nurse License with New Jersey endorsement Scheduling Requirements: + Shift assignment following completion of orientation based on staffing unit of assigned Unit + Day Shift, 40 hours per week, 7a-7:30p + Monday Friday, every other weekend and holiday rotation 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. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: + Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time + Retirement Plans + Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance + Dental and Vision Insurance + Disability and Life Insurance + Paid Parental Leave + Tuition Reimbursement + Student Loan Planning Support + Flexible Spending Accounts + Wellness Programs + Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) + Community and Volunteer Opportunities + Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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 RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer