Registered Nurse

Registered NurseJersey City Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Post CTICU department. This is a full-time day shift position with a pay range of $47.85 - $67.04 per hour.Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302Job Overview: Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across a broad spectrum of different disciplines. Our facility is located on a 15-acre campus and includes both the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center. From screenings and diagnostics to life-saving, intensive care, our patients can count on a patient-centric approach that puts their comfort and well-being at the forefront of everything we do. Jersey City Medical Center has the distinction of having earned 14 "A" national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012. Jersey City Medical Center is one of only 401 hospitals in the U.S. to earn a Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence, and the only hospital in Hudson County to have received the designation three times.QualificationsRequired:ASN or Nursing Diploma from an accredited school of nursingStrong communication and organizational skillsProficient computer skillsPreferred:Med./Surg. Telemetry and/or ICU nursing experienceCCRNCertifications And Licenses Required:BLS upon hire and ACLS Certification within 6 months of start dateActive New Jersey Registered Nurse LicenseDocumented completion of TCAR – Trauma Care After Rescusitation every 2 yearsCompletion of Critical Care Course after 3 monthsScheduling Requirements:Day shift, 35.3 hours, 7a-7pMonday – Friday and Every Other WeekendEssential FunctionsThe Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient's needs.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 PerksAt 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 TimeRetirement PlansMedical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceDisability and Life InsurancePaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning SupportFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Community and Volunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!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. Equal Opportunity Employer At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.