Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Virtua Health Job OpportunityAt Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home.A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.Location: Mount Holly - 175 Madison AvenueEmployment Type: EmployeeEmployment Classification: Per DiemWork Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)Position Responsibilities:Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.Effectively manages rapidly changing situations.Participates in clinical decision-making.Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team.Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:Must have valid NJ RN License.Approved licenses must be presented and maintained in accordance with the State of New Jersey Licensing Board.Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards.Perfects skills and stays abreast of current nursing practice through on-going education, journals, etc.Must have strong communication skills.Must be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers.Hourly Rate: $59.47 Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.