Registered Nurse - Operating Room Mainland - Part Time

Job description

As a Registered Nurse in our Operating Room Mainland department, you will be an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, working closely with physicians to provide exceptional patient care. Your role will involve utilizing the nursing care process, ensuring a culturally competent continuum of care, and overseeing the coordination of the interdisciplinary plan. With a focus on assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation, you will play a crucial role in our patient's journey.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Utilize the nursing care process, ensuring a culturally sensitive approach.
• Oversee the coordination of the interdisciplinary plan of care, aligning it with the medical treatment plan.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, identifying and prioritizing problems, and setting goals for care.
• Implement specific interventions and orders as per the plan of care and medical treatment plan.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and make necessary revisions to the care plan.
• Provide education to patients and families, empowering them in their healthcare journey.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable work environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of patient care activities.
• Actively participate in performance improvement initiatives and support the patient care team.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey or current multi-state license required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire.
• Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred, with training provided for incumbents.
• 2 years of medical/surgical and/or emergency room experience preferred.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 8 contact hours of education annually in basic trauma, stroke assessment, and stabilization.
• ATCN or TNCC certification required within 24 months of hire.
• PALS or ENPC certification preferred.
• CPI certification preferred.