Req #: 0000210031

Category: Nursing

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: Preadmissions Testing

Pay Range: $46.48 - $58.98 per hour

Location:

94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: RN Part Time

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Preadmissions Testing

Req #: 0000210031

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $46.48 - $58.98 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

Since 1865, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, formerly known as Saint Barnabas Medical Center, New Jersey’s oldest nonsectarian hospital, has worked to exceed our community’s highest expectations for compassionate, comprehensive health care. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center is one of the largest health care providers in the state, treating more than 32,000 inpatients and 82,000 Emergency Department patients each year. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center has long been recognized as a leader in providing world-class care, providing more than 100 medical and surgical specialty and subspecialty services.

Organize and administers individualized age specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports 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.

Required Certifications And Licenses

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or currently matriculating.
• Current New Jersey RN license is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required. (American Heart Association Only)
• Completion of all Orientation requirements of Saint Barnabas Medical Center.
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
  
  

Scheduling Requirements

• Part time
• Day Shift (22.5 hours)
• Every other weekend is required.
• The schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Assists patient in the use of ambulation techniques and assistive devices such as commode chair walker hip chair and crutches etc and positioning of patient
• Completes daily patient classification according to facility policy
• Complies with unit and departmental scheduling guidelines
• Delegates and prioritizes work assignments according to the individual associate's competence and patient care needs
• Demonstrates the ability to assess document and formulate patient plan of care in the immediate post-op phase
• Demonstrates understanding of hospital policy and procedure regarding restraints
• Demonstrates understanding of/states blood administrative hospital procedure
• Evaluates effectiveness interventions and revises plan of care accordingly
• Gives concise and accurate change of shift report based on current status of patient and outcome of care provided
• Implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Nursing Department
• Initiates/develops multidisciplinary care plans and discharge plans in accordance with department standards and using appropriate tools e g patient care pathways
• Integrates psychosocial physical nutritional and rehabilitation needs of the patient in-patient care and discharge planning
• Keeps open communication with family members to provide information in order to anticipate delays or changes with the patient s progress
• Performs and documents accurate/appropriate physical assessment as indicated by patient condition
• Performs assessment and reassessment of patients according to applicable department standards and identified tools
• Performs interventions in accordance with current policy and procedure safety guidelines and infection control principles
• Prepares environment to receive the post-operative patient from PACU in a timely and efficient manner
• Provides patient/family education according to the plan of care and documents same
• Recognizes signs and symptoms of complication of Pain Management Therapies and intervenes appropriately PCA PCEA Epidural block
• Sets goals and formulates appropriate multidisciplinary interventions to meet these goals
• 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 i e MD supervisor discharge planner etc using SBAR for hand-off communication
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care
• Utilizes the nursing process with a multidisciplinary approach in the delivery of patient care
• Demonstrates tty to assess document and formulate patient plan of care in the immediate post-op phase
• Prepares environment to receive the post-operative patient from PACU in a timely and efficient manner
  
  

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 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 Employe

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer