Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN), 12.5 Hour Shift,

Specialty Float Tele Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr Department Name: Telemetry Float Pool Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $46.47 - $58.98 per hour The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The Telemetry Float Pool offers great exposure to various specialties while working in the Coly Rectal, Medical/Surgical, CTICU Stepdown, Neuro Stepdown, plus the Heart Failure and Stroke Units to build up your clinical knowledge. Fosters a collaborative team culture in a supportive environment. A high-speed environment to refine new graduate ability to transition into a competent nurse. Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing Completion of all orientation requirements of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or currently matriculating

Current Registered Nurse License in the state of New Jersey Full-Time ~3 shifts per week ~shifts ~Every other weekend required

All patient-related hospital departments, patients, families, visitors, nursing personnel and medical staff Actively participates in discharge planning and, upon discharge, ensures a written teaching discharge plan has been developed for assigned patients concerning disease process, complications, medications, diet, physical activity and self-care needs. Assumes charge nurse functions as delegated by Nurse Manager, including assessing staffing needs, organizing and delegating work assignments based on patient acuity and individual staff skill levels Completes daily patient classification according to facility policy Completes unit-based competencies as per JCAHO requirements and hospital policy Remains knowledgeable about all current nursing policies and procedures Complies with Medication Reconciliation Policy Complies with unit and departmental scheduling guidelines Delivers individualized patient care consistent with established standards of care, policies and procedures and other regulatory standards Orients patient and family to the nursing unit Reports the patient's family problems to the nurse manager or her designee in a timely manner. Demonstrates proficiency with phlebotomy sticks based on established policies and procedures Demonstrates understanding of states blood administrative hospital procedure Complies with blood and blood product administration policy Determines the effectiveness of patient care through patient interviews, assessment and patient compliance to the plan of care and adjusts patient care to meet changing needs Formulates and revises plan of care for assigned patients based on patient problems, patient age, nursing intervention, and specific outcomes Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age-specific needs and provide specific treatment and care Initiates IV sticks, maintains IV sites and monitors IV fluids Provides IV care and documents using established policies and procedures Initiates or participates in continuous interdisciplinary quality improvement activities for the patient or department Maintains complete, accurate, concise documentation of patient status, nursing interventions and patient responses within tour of duty Documents medications in accordance with nursing policy Uses good nursing judgment Activates the chain of cnd when appropriate, on behalf of the patient's care needs Recognizes signs and symptoms of complication of Pain Management Therapies and intervenes appropriately PCA PCEA Epidural block States the proper mechanism for activating cardiac respiratory arrest Uses an understanding of the principles of pain management to assess each patient's individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care Utilizes all available resources in the initial assessment of the patient, including biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, discharge planning, self-care and education and reassessment each shift, upon transfer and discharge Adheres to patient rights and provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors Supports teamwork by cooperative problem-solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc. Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions Organizes work, sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department objectives, policies and procedures Demonstrates proficiency in the care of patients with the patient on mechanical vents and assists with weaning Demonstrates proficiency in the care of Telemetry patients and the related equipment needed to care for these patients: electrode placement, arrhythmia interpretation, code care, etc. Demonstrates understanding of proper airway management, suctioning, ABG values, applying supplemental oxygen, and trach care At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time ~ Retirement Plans ~ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance ~ Dental and Vision Insurance ~ Disability and Life Insurance ~ Tuition Reimbursement ~ Flexible Spending Accounts ~ Community and Volunteer Opportunities ~ 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. 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.