Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Title: RN

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Radiology - RN's

Req #: 0000255329

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located— in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications:

Required:

• ADN
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer Skills
• Excellent Customer service skills

Preferred:

• BSN
• Interventional radiology experience
• Critical care experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS from the American Heart Association
• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
• ACLS
• Vascular Access Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 40hrs
• Full Time
• Monday – Friday, every other weekend and holiday rotation
• On Call requirement

Essential Functions:

The role of the Professional Registered Nurse is to provide quality nursing care in collaboration with the medical staff and within the guidelines of the New Jersey State Nurse Practice Act. It is the responsibility of the Professional Nurse to implement the Hospital's Mission and goals through established policies, procedures and performance improvement activities. Implementation of these goals occurs through organization and administration of individualized age specific professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital. The understanding of the principles of growth and development will be incorporated to assess each patient's age specific needs and determine age specific treatment modalities. Utilizes skills to effectively manage clinical quality outcomes for disease specific population Maintains the required documentation and statistical data needed to generate reports. Assists with the development, implementation and adherence of clinical pathways, measures clinical outcomes and maintains clinical data Assists in the development and implementation of quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, quality of life and other outcome measures as identified. Monitors trends and changes in clinical, service and outcomes in various navigation interventions Maintains high standards for professional development. Acts as a resource, role model and mentor for the professional staff within the Interventional Radiology Department.

Other Duties:

Administers patient care in the Radiology Department for diagnostic and interventional procedures. Utilizes assessment techniques, teaching and evaluation to determine effectiveness of care. Documents response to procedures when deemed necessary. Participates in Quality Improvement activities. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care.

Benefits and Perks:

At 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 Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa 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