Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) CTICU Days

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across a broad spectrum of different disciplines. Our facility is located on a 15-acre campus and includes both the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center. From screenings and diagnostics to life-saving, intensive care, our patients can count on a patient-centric approach that puts their comfort and well-being at the forefront of everything we do. Jersey City Medical Center has earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012 and is one of only 401 hospitals in the U.S. to earn a Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence—the only hospital in Hudson County to have received the designation three times.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards, adhering to ethical standards as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
• Maintain awareness of own individual level of knowledge and experience, advancing self and team knowledge through communication and utilization of available resources.
• Report identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors.
• Understand the patient population served and tailor care accordingly.
• Supervise and direct delegation of tasks to appropriate team members, collaborating with other patient care providers.
• Set and evaluate priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
• Utilize the nursing process to integrate all aspects of care, individualizing plans to address specific patient needs.
• Act as an individual practitioner and interdisciplinary team manager.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• ASN or Nursing Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License.
• BLS certification upon hire; ACLS Certification within 6 months of start date.
• Documented completion of TCAR – Trauma Care After Resuscitation every 2 years.
• Completion of Critical Care Course after 3 months.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Med./Surg. Telemetry and/or ICU nursing experience.
• CCRN Certifications.

Schedule

• Day shift, Per Diem, 7a-7p.
• One weekday shift per month.
• Two weekend shifts per month.
• One major and one minor holiday per year.

Pay

The anticipated hourly wage range for this position in New Jersey is $46.47 - $64.93 per hour. The compensation offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.