Registered Nurse - Emergency (Per Diem, Nights) Cherry Hill, NJ

About the role

The professional nurse at Jefferson Health uses the nursing process to address the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of diverse patients. They develop nursing plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, ensuring these plans align with cultural beliefs and values.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, patients, and their designated care partners in a manner that respects and collaborates with them.
• Integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patients' preferences and cultural beliefs in delivering optimal healthcare.
• Partners with patients and their designated care partners to identify learning needs and priorities, and educates them about their health and treatment plans.
• Minimizes risks by following established nursing practices and protocols, and by assessing and managing potential hazards.
• Uses information technology to communicate effectively, manage knowledge, and support ethical decision-making.
• Maintains and monitors the quality and safety of patient care through data analysis and improvement methods.
• Fosters open communication and teamwork within nursing and interdisciplinary teams, promoting quality patient care.
• Recognizes and respects the unique needs and preferences of patients and their designated care partners, creating an inclusive environment.
• Serves as a primary preceptor for staff members, actively participating in hospital and practice setting committees, and seeking opportunities for professional growth.
• Acts as a mentor and coach to colleagues, providing feedback and integrating appropriate changes into practice.

Requirements

• Specialized Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of patient-and-family-centered care principles.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience in assessing patients and implementing treatment plans.
• Ability to educate patients and their designated care partners.
• Knowledge of medication administration and prescription.
• Discharge planning skills.
• Assessment and diagnosis knowledge.
• Health information documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or completion of a BSN program within 3 years of hire, preferred.
• One year of previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting, preferred.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, and designated care partners.
• Proficiency in using information technology for patient care.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and clinical expertise.
• Ability to assess and diagnose patient needs.
• Effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Understanding of patient rights and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Voluntary benefits.

Pay

$39.54 to $56.34 hourly

Schedule

Workday Day (United States of America)