Registered Nurse (RN), Rahway, NJ, Med-Surg Unit III, Full Time, NightsReq #:0000137264

　　Category:Medical / Surgical Nursing

　　Status:Full-Time

　　Shift:Night

　　Facility:RWJ Rahway

　　Department:Medical-Surgical Unit-III

　　Location:

　　RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

　　The experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for Medical-Surgical Unit III provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.

　　The RN 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 assuming responsibility for his/her own professional advancement.

　　Responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors. Responsible for knowledge of the patient population served. Responsible and accountable for the appropriate delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team. Will act in the capacity of preceptor of charge when needed. Communicate effectively and collaborate with nurses and other patient care providers.

　　The RN is an individual practitioner and interdisciplinary team member integrating all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient s needs. The RN is responsible to their department for participating in 50% of unit staff meetings. They are responsible to RWJ Rahway by participating in a 50% unit-based committee or 50% of a hospital-wide committee.

　　The RN is required to actively participate in performance improvement activities such as monthly data collection, action planning, monitoring or reporting.

　　Other essential duties as required.

　　Education/Training/Certification/Licensure:

　　BA/BS/BSN degree preferred.

　　A minimum of 1 year plus Med-Surg experience.

　　Completion of clinical experience in an NLN accredited school is preferred. Additional experience is required based upon specific department needs.

　　Current and active NJ RN Licensure required.

　　Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS is required. A national certificate is preferred.

　　Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway Trusted, responsive care from your Rahway Hospital

　　For more than 100 years, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway has been the trusted healthcare facility for patients and families in Union County and beyond. Our comprehensive, state-of-the-art medical center offers a continuum of care that includes diagnostics, emergency care, advanced surgical treatments, wound care center, and much, much more.

　　Our campus also includes partnering facilities, including Kindred Hospital New Jersey for long-term, acute care and Care Connection, a 24-bed subacute hospital dedicated to rehabilitating patients before they are discharged, managed by Alaris Health. Our hospital provides acute care, long-term acute and rehabilitative care, as well as outpatient services to ensure our patients and their families receive the education and help they need to make the fullest recovery possible.

　　Cutting-edge continuum of care

　　Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway's dedication to providing industry-leading care is evident in the various services we provide and continue to invest in. Our facility is a state-designated primary stroke center. We offer emergency cardiac care and diagnostic testing. Our wound care center is equipped with diabetes management resources and hyperbaric chambers. Our Fitness Centers in Scotch Plains and Carteret provide both physical and aquatic therapy for recovering patients. We also regularly engage our local community with education programs, empowering them to make better decisions about their health and well-being.

　　Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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