Registered Nurse (RN) Department of Surgery/ Outpatient Ambulatory Care Services FT Days

Job Title: RN

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Department of Surgery

Req #: 0000222063

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $64.04 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 Summary

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

 At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and to provide you with an environment that is conducive to healing and promotes patient safety. The Newark Beth Israel Medical Center management and staff abide by the philosophy that all patients are to be treated with respect, dignity, and sensitivity.

 Job Duties:

• Coordinates assignments and ensures the unit is prepared and runs efficiently at each session. Prepares exam rooms, anticipating additional supplies as indicated. Is attentive to the environment of care and maintains a neat and orderly work area. As part of the team, coordinates patient scheduling of tests, treatments, disease management, case management, pre-certifying patients for procedures, processes referrals and follow up of appointments, tests and plan of care per the provider’s instructions. Maintains open communication with providers regarding incomplete orders, patient tests / consults. Documents care and follow up in the medical record.
• Coordinates ordering supplies, medications etc pertaining to clinical area to promote smooth and efficient operations.
• Documents the appropriate assessment intervention plan and evaluation to reflect continuity of visits in a clear and concise manner. Documents and updates the medical record as required including but not limited to, assessment forms within 3 visits, allergies, summary list, medication list, immunization list, teaching form etc.
• Participates in Quality Improvement processes and identifies and implements potential corrective actions. Submits monthly audits timely and accurately.
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Performs interventions in accordance with current policy and procedures, safety guidelines and infection control principles. Communicates concerns to a supervisor /physician and/ or the appropriate manager i.e. director of safety, infection control etc.
• Prepares patients to be seen by the provider. Gathers age specific information, performs age specific technical aspects of patient care (i.e., vital signs, head circumference, vision, hearing screenings, injection, dressing change) according to established professional guidelines and communicates to MD or team as appropriate. Chaperones patients as indicated. Administers ordered treatment & medication safely, according to policy and documents same.
• Promotes the professional image of nursing through community activities (hospital committees, civic organizations, parish nursing, volunteerism, etc.)
• Works with team and evaluates walk-in patients or takes calls from patients to assure the best outcome for the patient. Demonstrates professionalism and sound judgment in practice, crisis or emergency situations and seeks assistance as needed. Transmits pertinent information to the appropriate person (provider, supervisor etc) in a timely manner and documents same. Demonstrates excellent communication skills ie phone, with patients, visitors, staff and providers etc.
• Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Prepares for and participates in team meetings and huddles. Collaborates in developing team priorities and patient goals and care plans. Active in patient education, goal setting, self-management teaching and coaching. Medication reconciliation and education. Chronic disease care management.

Qualifications:

• Current NJ RN license
• Graduate of an accredited NLN Nursing program
• Recent/Current Nursing experience required
• Current BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider
• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient services preferred.

• Ability to manage and provide safe nursing care in a high volume practice and demonstrates a positive, professional manner.

Scheduling Requirement:

Monday thru Friday 7.5 hours per day

FT Days 37.5 hours per week

No weekends, no major holidays

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!

Essential Functions:

Organizes and administers individualized age specific professional care to patients within the Department of Surgery setting. Provides nursing care as directed by medical staff and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the State Nurse Practice Act. Maintains the standard of nursing care as established. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit performance Improvement evaluation activities. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and to provide age specific treatment. Performs all other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer