RWJBarnabas Health
In-House School Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care - Full Time - Mountainsid
RWJBarnabas Health, Mountainside, New Jersey, United States,
Req #:
0000161464
Category:
Nursing
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:
Long Term Care
Location:
Mountainside (MTN), 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Job Overview
Provides daily assignment of the in-house school program as the RN on duty in long term care. Provides rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families. Will be required to function as Staff Nurse and/or Charge Nurse as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
Graduate of National League of Nursing Accredited School of NursingNJ RN licenseAHA BLS ProviderInterpersonal skillsAbility to collaborate with others
Preferred
BSN degree6 months nursing experiencePediatric and/or rehabilitative nursing experience
Certifications And Licenses Required
NJ RN licenseAHA BLS Provider
Scheduling Requirements
40 hours/ weekFull Time
Essential Functions
Demonstrates evidence of use of the nursing process within time frames defined by the hospital and departmental policyRecognizes and accurately identifies patient and family healthcare needsPlans, implements and evaluates pediatric rehab plans for patients with a variety of problemsBegins to plan and implement pediatric rehabilitation rationalesImplements appropriate and individualized patient and family education within time frames defined by hospital and departmental policyBegins planning and implementing patient and family educationUnderstands the importance of the interdisciplinary processFunctions as a rehab nurse in a team structurePromotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventionsIncorporates LPNs and nursing assistants into attainment of short-term goals and delegates appropriatelyRecognizes and respects patient|family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of careRequests guidance from CNII, III, and other resources when appropriateSupports hospital s policies and proceduresConsistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluationExhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issuesGuides, assists and serves as a role model for, LPNs, nurse externs, nursing assistants, nursing students and new staffAssumes the role of relief charge nurseKeeps nursing supervisor informed of patient needs and problemsDemonstrates effective problem-solving skillsShould a situation arise when school is not in session individual shall work as staff on the unitDemonstrates the understanding of the importance of the interdisciplinary processPromotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventionKeeps nursing team and nursing leadership informed of patient status throughout the day of any patient issues, problems, changes or medications requiredProvides nursing support during special events on and off patient unit and school
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 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!
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.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
0000161464
Category:
Nursing
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:
Long Term Care
Location:
Mountainside (MTN), 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Job Overview
Provides daily assignment of the in-house school program as the RN on duty in long term care. Provides rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families. Will be required to function as Staff Nurse and/or Charge Nurse as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
Graduate of National League of Nursing Accredited School of NursingNJ RN licenseAHA BLS ProviderInterpersonal skillsAbility to collaborate with others
Preferred
BSN degree6 months nursing experiencePediatric and/or rehabilitative nursing experience
Certifications And Licenses Required
NJ RN licenseAHA BLS Provider
Scheduling Requirements
40 hours/ weekFull Time
Essential Functions
Demonstrates evidence of use of the nursing process within time frames defined by the hospital and departmental policyRecognizes and accurately identifies patient and family healthcare needsPlans, implements and evaluates pediatric rehab plans for patients with a variety of problemsBegins to plan and implement pediatric rehabilitation rationalesImplements appropriate and individualized patient and family education within time frames defined by hospital and departmental policyBegins planning and implementing patient and family educationUnderstands the importance of the interdisciplinary processFunctions as a rehab nurse in a team structurePromotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventionsIncorporates LPNs and nursing assistants into attainment of short-term goals and delegates appropriatelyRecognizes and respects patient|family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of careRequests guidance from CNII, III, and other resources when appropriateSupports hospital s policies and proceduresConsistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluationExhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issuesGuides, assists and serves as a role model for, LPNs, nurse externs, nursing assistants, nursing students and new staffAssumes the role of relief charge nurseKeeps nursing supervisor informed of patient needs and problemsDemonstrates effective problem-solving skillsShould a situation arise when school is not in session individual shall work as staff on the unitDemonstrates the understanding of the importance of the interdisciplinary processPromotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventionKeeps nursing team and nursing leadership informed of patient status throughout the day of any patient issues, problems, changes or medications requiredProvides nursing support during special events on and off patient unit and school
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 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!
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.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer