REGISTERED NURSE |ACUTE ADDICTION TREATMENT UNIT 11-3 | Full-Time Day Shift - 12 Hrs. | 20644

REGISTERED NURSE |ACUTE ADDICTION TREATMENT UNIT 11-3 | Full-Time Day Shift - 12 Hrs. | 20644 Job Category : Nursing/Nursing Support Requisition Number : REGIS009651 Posted : October 19, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location New Jersey CPB Paramus, NJ 07652, USA Description Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Registered Nurse. General Responsibilities: Assessment, treatment, and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth, and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Identifies and documents initial observation and assessment of the patient’s need for immediate nursing action. Systematically and accurately assess the nursing needs of the patient to detect pertinent changes in the clinical picture. Selects, plans, evaluates, and documents care based on this assessment. Assesses, intervenes, and documents of care based on this assessment appropriately to meet patient’s educational, psychosocial, and discharge planning needs. Initiates appropriate referrals to other departments, services, and/or outside agencies for patient care. Direct Patient Care Responsibilities : Initiates and follows through with patient and family teaching. Collaborate with all members of the healthcare team and communicate relevant patient care information on shift-to-shift reports. Utilize patient care standards in clinical practice. Documents pertinent information regarding patient’s response to treatment and progression toward goals in patient’s chart. Completes admission/transfer summary and/or discharge summary. Seeks clarification of physician orders that are unclear or inappropriate. Interprets clinical data and notifies the physician promptly if immediate changes in management are indicated. Administer intravenous medications in compliance with policies and procedures. Establishes IV access and maintains line. Performs phlebotomy duties as necessary. Assesses and coordinates patients’ pain management Responds appropriate in crisis situations by demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures, remaining calm, and functioning properly in emergencies. Indirect Patient Care Responsibilities : Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds by presenting findings on patients. Apply principles of infection control and safety. Assists in the orientation of new personnel. Provides clinical supervision of Certified Nursing Assistant, Ward Clerks, and other ancillary staff. Customer service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with the Customer Service Performance expectations. Maintains established department policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Monitors patient’s nutritional status and collaborates with multi-disciplinary team to ensure adequate nutrition to meet metabolic needs Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. Other Duties: Orients patient’s family to new environment; develops rapport with patient’s family. Relieves the Nurse Manager/Clinical Director as required. Assists in data collection and analysis of Quality Assurance/CQI monitors; participate in implementation of follow up action. Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy. Participate actively in Quality Improvement committees as assigned. Assist other personnel as needed. Keeps up to date with current trends pertinent to area of assignment. Participates in continuing education activities; attends mandatory scheduled in-service programs; shared information gained at conferences with colleagues. Responds to hospital codes (Code Blue, Code Stroke, etc., as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization. Responds to Internal/External Disaster Codes as assigned. Participates in nursing committees as required. Attends monthly unit meetings. Safety: Checks to ensure that emergency equipment is on hand and in good working order. Recognizes and reports malfunction or failure of equipment in the area to Biomedical Engineering; takes appropriate action to repair/replace such equipment (e.g. ventilators, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, suction apparatus, pumps, Doppler, O2 tanks, and pacemaker). Checks that all monitoring equipment and ventilator alarms are set according to standard. Education: BSN required, or proof of enrollment in an accredited BSN program with completion expected within three (3) years of start date Position Qualifications: Current NJ licensure as RN is required. BLS and IV certifications is required Salary commensurate with experience within posted range: $48.82 - $69.09 per hour | DIFFERENTIALS: WEEKEND $2.25 PER HR EVE DIFF- 10% NIGHT 12% /CHARGE PAY $2.25 PER HR We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development. Please note that selection of the candidate for any position will depend on several factors, including the individual’s educational background, skills, and professional experience. Qualifications Education Required Bachelors or better in Registered Nurse. Licenses & Certifications Required IV Therapy *BLS Registered Nurse Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bergen New Bridge Medical Center