Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse-Per Diem Nightshift

Summary Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care through outcome identification and evidence‑based practice. As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with other members of the healthcare team, patients, and/or patient's family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics. 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 1 year of Labor and Delivery 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. Performs ongoing education through journals, etc., to keep skills current. Must have strong communication skills. Must be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers. Salary: $59.47 - $59.47 hourly Benefits: Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virtua Health