Staff Nurse, Trauma Stepdown E-Blue

University Hospital, Newark NJ
Newark, NJ, United States
Full-time

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient's response to the care.

These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin break down, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this.

The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides teammembers in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient / family developmental stageand cultural expectations.

The competent practice of the Professional Registered Nurse is evidenced by patient / family goal achievement, patient / family satisfaction,care and services demonstrated and thoroughly documented in accordance with American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health Organization Standards Sentinel Event Alert Recommendation, Patient / Family Centered Principles, Department of Health Standards and University Hospital Policies and Procedures.

As professional licensed staff and member of an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Professional Nurse exemplifies the behavioral expectations articulated for this role and the Nursing Department Philosophy.

Qualifications

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. BLS required. Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is preferred but must be achieved within first six (6) months of hire.

Proficiency in the English language is required. Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification.

Adult Medical / Surgical experience preferred. Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical

thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to organize care / activities of multiple patients.

30+ days ago
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