RN Registered Nurse - Crisis Receiving Stabilization (Millstone, NJ)

Job Title: RN
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below. Location: Monmouth Medical Center
Department Name: Crisis Receiving Stabilization
Req #:
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 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 candidates educational background, skills and professional experience.
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for the CRSC located in Millstone Twp.
Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jerseys largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.
For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an "A" Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nations leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.
Qualifications:
Required:
ASN or Nursing Diploma
Licensed as Registered Nurse three to five years with one to three years experience in Mental Health field
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proficient computer skills
Certifications and Licenses Required:
BLS
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
NJ Drivers License
Preferred:
BSN or must be completed within 5 years upon hire
National Certification preferred
Essential Functions:
Provides psychiatric and medical services for adult clients within a psychosocial milieu,
Assists the psychiatrist with medication clinic,
Administers medication orally and parenterally,
Schedules and documents physical exams and lab tests,
Performs AIMES Screenings, nursing assessments, intakes, consults and maintains a case load and all pertinent clinical documentation,
Facilitates groups
Participates in department QA/QI
Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments, ie, damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas, and medical errors,
Is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics,
The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available,
Administer medication for patients in accordance with all nursing standards,
Provide medication education to patients and their families,
Assist the psychiatrist in medication clinics through ongoing preparation, follow-up on medication related issues, review of lab reports and follow-up of any abnormal results, information provided to treatment team concerning all relevant clinical data,
Assists in patient billing through accurate record keeping of client s attendance in groups and activities daily, and medication clinic services,
Coordinate medical and nursing care for program clients,
Obtain medical history client entering psychosocial rehabilitation program through client interviews, documentation, and contacts with health care providers,
Complete nursing assessments and problem list,
Demonstrate active participation in performance improvement projects through team involvement,
Complete data collection, analysis and recommendations for improvements,
Develop and facilitate group work concerning medication and general health education,
Integrates psychosocial, physical, nutritional and rehabilitation needs of the patient in patient care and discharge planning which evidence cultural awareness,
Maintains the standards of nursing care which are evidence based and outcome driven and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Nursing Department, and are based on ethical principles which adhere to the ANA code of Ethics,
Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings,
Present treatment recommendations and progress reports,
Assist other program staff with the interpretation of medical information and the physician s orders,
Provide all necessary nursing services and supportive counseling to mental health consumers on an ongoing basis,
Schedule physical exams for patients and follow through with all necessary medical care,
Update the patient s medical record and complete all documentation of each patients progress, addressing current individual treatment plan goals, program attendance, and other information to describe the course and response to treatment,
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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 delivering a 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. xevrcyc 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.