Specialty Float Med/Sur Registered Nurse (RN) Req #: 0000205135
Category: Medical / Surgical Nursing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department: Medical/Surgical Float Pool
Pay Range: $46.47 - $73.68 per hour
Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: RN12.5 Specialty Float Med/Sur

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Medical/Surgical Float Pool

Req #: 0000205135

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $46.47 - $73.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:
The Registered Nurse (RN) organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities. Actively participate in discharge planning and, upon discharge, ensures a written teaching/discharge plan has been developed for assigned patients concerning disease process, complications, medications, diet physical activity and self-care needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursingSuccessful completion of all Orientation Programs

Preferred:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Active NJ RN License or Multistate RN License with NJ EndorsementBLS certification through the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

Day Shift 7:00am – 8:00pmEvery other weekend is requiredSchedule during the week will vary depending on department needs

Essential Functions:

Appropriately delegates but retains ultimately responsible

Assumes charge nurse functions as delegated by Nurse Manager, including assessing staffing needs, organizing and delegating work assignments based on patient acuity and individual staff skill levels

Completes daily patient classification according to facility policy

Completes unit based competencies as per JCAHO requirements and hospital policy,

Attends competency day and completed all required competencies in a satisfactory manner

Remains knowledgeable on all current nursing policies and procedures

Complies with Medication Reconciliation Policy Complies with unit and departmental scheduling guidelines Delivers individualized patient care consistent with established standards of care, policies and procedures and other regulatory standards

Demonstrates positive guest relations by introducing self to patient and family

Orients patient and family to the nursing unit

Takes all appropriate measures to ensure patient satisfaction and the availability of the patient representative

Reports patient/family problems to the nurse manager or her designee in a timely manner

Demonstrates proficiency of phlebotomy sticks based on established policies and procedures

Demonstrates understanding of states blood administrative hospital procedure

Complies with blood and blood product administration policy

Determines the effectiveness of patient care through patient interviews, assessment and patient compliance to the plan of care and adjusts patient care to meet changing needs

Formulates and revises plan of care for assigned patients based on patient problems, patient age, nursing intervention, and specific outcomes

Identifies patient/significant other needs for patient education and provides education utilizing appropriate educational modalities

Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age-specific needs and provide specific treatment and care

Initiates IV sticks, maintains IV sites and monitors IV fluids

Provides IV care and documents using established policies and procedures

Initiates or participates in continuous interdisciplinary quality improvement activities for the patient or department

Maintains complete, accurate, concise documentation of patient status, nursing interventions and patient responses within tour of duty

Documents medications in accordance with nursing policy

Maintains the role of patient advocate and takes all appropriate measures to ensure patient safety

Uses good nursing judgment

Provides privacy and confidentiality and exhibits tact and compassion at all times regardless of circumstances

Activates the chain of command when appropriate, on behalf of the patient's care needs

Recognizes signs and symptoms of complication of Pain Management Therapies and intervenes appropriately: PCA PCEA Epidural block States proper mechanism for activating cardiac respiratory arrest

Demonstrates understanding of code cart check and procedure for replacing items on code cart

Transmits pertinent patient information to appropriate individual MD, supervicharge planner,etc. using SBAR for hand- off communication

Uses an understanding of the principles of pain management to assess each patient's individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care

Utilizes all available resources in the initial assessment of the patient, including biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, discharge planning, self-care and education and reassessment each shift, upon transfer and discharge

Participates in ongoing education as required

Demonstrates proficiency in the care of patients on mechanical vents and assist with weaning

Assisting with intubation and extubation

Demonstrates proficiency in the care of Telemetry patients and the related equipment needed to care for these patients: electrode placement, arrhythmia interpretation, code care, etc.

Demonstrates proper procedure for chest tube management, including proper set-up, drainage, and dressing procedure

Demonstrates understanding of proper airway management, suctioning, ABG values, applying supplemental oxygen, and trach care,

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 TimeRetirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning SupportFlexible Spending AccountsWellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Community and Volunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts 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

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer