Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - P/T with Benefits Evenings

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - P/T with Benefits Evenings Join to apply for the Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - P/T with Benefits Evenings role at Hackensack Meridian Health . Job Description The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population to achieve desired outcomes. This role focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, providing effective direct care as part of an interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. The nurse directs and oversees care provided by other caregivers through delegation, validation, evaluation, and coordination. The position also involves coordinating patient care/unit activities among nursing peers, physicians, and support services. Responsibilities Deliver nursing practices based on up-to-date evidence-based research, policies, and standards of care to ensure safe, individualized patient care. Collect comprehensive data relevant to the patient's health or situation. Perform age- and disease-specific assessments independently, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive status. Recognize clinical and diagnostic status changes in patients. Identify variables in patient/family education needs based on age, disease, and cultural differences. Develop and coordinate a patient/family-centered plan of care with strategies and interventions to meet expected outcomes. Communicate and implement the care plan, providing ongoing updates to patients, families, and the healthcare team. Provide or coordinate patient/family education and ensure understanding. Administer medications using current safety technologies and document care electronically. Participate in multidisciplinary discharges to ensure safe transition and continuum of care. Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly. Utilize critical thinking to respond to changing patient conditions and unexpected responses to care. Identify ethical issues and opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction. Maintain necessary competencies, certifications, and continuing education. Adhere to organizational standards and standards of behavior. Perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for extended periods. Qualifications Required: BSN in progress or willing to obtain within three years of hire. Six months of relevant nursing experience or active participation in Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program. Ability to learn quickly, adapt, and demonstrate accountability, teamwork, and dedication to high-quality patient care. Licenses and Certifications: NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association (within 60 days of hire) Preferred: National certification in area of specialty when eligible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health