Registered Nurse - Specialty Care Transport Unit (SCTU) - Per Diem

Job Description

The Mobile/Specialty Care Transport RN provides 911 Advanced Life Support as well as Basic Life Support in the emergency setting to the community and surrounding areas under the direction of a Medical Command Physician. The RN has accountability for the Advanced Life Support needs of the patient during inter facility transport, including, but not limited to assessment, medical management and medication administration in accordance with written protocols and verbal orders. The RN is responsible for ensuring the emergency vehicle, equipment and inventory is sufficiently stocked, clean and in proper working order at the beginning of each shift. This position supports the organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork, education and professionalism.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of NLN approved School of Nursing required. Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred.

License/Certification: Current license to practice nursing in New Jersey. Current MICN OR RN/PARAMEDIC required. Current ACLS, BLS, PALS/PEPP, PHTLS/ITLS, ICS 100, 700, and valid Driver's License required upon hire or transfer. New hires may begin employment and are required to complete the necessary requirements through AtlantiCare in order to gain MICN endorsement within 6 months of hire or transfer. NRP required or obtained within 90 days of hire. CEN/CCRN required or obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer. Successful completion of Difficult Airway Course.

Experience: Minimum of 1 full year of critical care experience in Emergency Department, Critical Care or Intensive Care Unit of an acute care hospital required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately, then skills will be required for this position within 90 days of hire.

Performance Expectations Required attendance Critical Care Clinical rotations as assigned, including but not limited to: Operating Room, Cardiovascular ICU, NICU/OB/Maternity, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU and Pediatrics, totaling 24 hours per year. Successful Completion of yearly Medical Command requirements and competencies. Maintain clinical competencies and standards of care regarding standing protocols, successful and appropriate use of all equipment as required by the Medical Director. Responsible for performing quality and assurance on SCT charts during shift to maintain high quality care standards as identified by the Medical Director and Leadership Team.

Work Environment Potential for exposure to hazards and risks of the hospital environment, blood borne pathogens, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires sitting, standing, walking, stopping and crouching a majority of the workday. This position requires pushing and pulling equipment up to 50lbs as well as lifting patients up to 300lbs with assistance.

Reporting Relationship This position reports to SCT Battalion Chief/ Nurse Manager.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle function of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.