Registered Nurse - Specialty Care/Transport - Per Diem Nights

Description The Specialty Care Transport Nurse will utilize the nursing process and established best practices to assess, plan, evaluate and document nursing care of patients in both the out of hospital and interfacility environments. They will understand and apply specialized critical care principals and techniques including basic and advanced life support treatment. Description The Specialty Care Transport Nurse will utilize the nursing process and established best practices to assess, plan, evaluate and document nursing care of patients in both the out of hospital and interfacility environments. They will understand and apply specialized critical care principals and techniques including basic and advanced life support treatment. Responsibilties Collaborates and communicates with all members of the interdisciplinary team to provide a coordinated efficient method of conveying diagnosis, effects of treatment and results to patients and families. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in committee / council activities. Delegates patient care activities to qualified, competent individuals while maintaining accountability and responsibility for patient care outcomes. Participates in the collection, analysis, and application of performance improvement data. Responsible for the safety of patients during transport between medical care facilities including provision of basic as well as advanced life support measures required to stabilize the critically ill or injured patient. Promote patient awareness by establishing patient care goals, teaching patient and family regarding illness or disease process, treatment rendered while in care of SCTU. Ensures the unit remains in a state of readiness in terms of mechanical reliability, medical supplies and equipment, cleanliness and appearance standards. Collects health history data from patient, family, significant others and members of the health care team. Performs assessments and utilizes critical thinking to identify biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, environmental, educational needs of patients according to the patient's developmental and cultural needs. Documents all data and findings in a consistent, comprehensive, and legible manner in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory agency requirements, on appropriate electronic charting system. Signs all necessary documents by the end of assigned shift. Participates in unit specific QA/QI projects. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Qualifications Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Graduate of an approved School of Nursing. Demonstrates the ability to successfully complete orientation and all associated competencies including but not limited to IABP, Impella, EVD, ventilator management. Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred BSN License Certifications Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification within 60 days of entering position. Valid Driver's License from a USA state. Prehospital Trauma Life Support Certification or Trauma Nursing Core Course Certification within 60 days of entering position. Emergency Medical Technician Certification New Jersey within 60 days of entering position. Neonatal Resuscitation Program within 60 days of entering position. Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification (MICP) or Mobile Intensive Care Nurse certification (MICN) required for 911/Advanced Life Support response only. Appropriate nursing candidates can be trained by EMS for the MICN if the MICP is not held by applicant. Licenses And Certifications Preferred HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. Job Duties The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.Minimum rate of $46.25 Hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health