Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room Per Diem Day

Job Overview : Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines.

Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 A national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally).

Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications : Required : * ADN* Strong communication and organizational skills* Proficient Computer SkillsPreferred : * BSN* 2-3 years of experience as a RN* Will consider new graduates but will need to successfully complete a periop 101 courseCertifications and Licenses Required : * CNOR Certification preferred* Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement* BLS from the American Heart AssociationScheduling Requirements : * Per Diem Day* 1 weekday shift and 2 weekend shifts per month* 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday per year* On-Call requiredEssential Functions : Jersey City Medical Center is the only 3rd Magnet Designated Hospital for Nursing Excellence in Hudson, Union, or Essex counties.

The operating room is an exciting, dynamic and innovative place to work that provides exciting new challenges and professional development.

A Registered Professional Operating Room Nurse is an integral part of the perioperative team and serves as an advocate for patients who are undergoing anesthesia and / or sedation.

The Operating Room Nurse is responsible for managing nursing care within the O.R. through observing the surgical team from a broad perspective and assisting the team in creating and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment.

These responsibilities include but are not limited to, coordinating complete nursing assessments and care for patients and participates in patient and family teaching for assigned patients within the Operating Room.

The Registered Professional Nurse in the Operating Room provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the perioperative setting.

Other Duties : Must be able to scrub and circulate in the following services : vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, neuro / spine, robotics, thoracic, trauma and general.

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!$50.00 Min to $68.00 Max Hourly RateLet s shape the future of healthcare, together.

Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

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 on 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer