REGISTERED NURSE-PEDIATRICS S7

About the role

The Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper University Hospital is a pediatric facility consisting of several units that cater to the diverse needs of pediatric patients. These units include the Pediatric unit, Pediatric Intermediate unit (PIMU), Pediatric Kostic Infusion Room (PKIR), and Pediatric Intensive Care unit (PICU). The hospital offers subspecialty services through consultation and referral in areas such as Endocrinology, Genetics, Infectious Diseases, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Surgery, Trauma, and Hematology. Family-centered rounds are conducted daily with an interdisciplinary care team comprising physicians, professional nursing services, child life specialists, social services, and nutrition support. All pediatric units are secured with restricted access for staff, and visitors gain entry via monitored access. Patients wear security tags to ensure their safety. Facilities include a teen room, a spacious playroom for younger patients, and a family waiting room. The Pediatric unit and PIMU have a capacity of 38 beds.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and supervises and provides care to these patients utilizing the nursing process including the therapeutic use of self.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors.
• Provides excellent customer service interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians.
• Applies Cooper core values.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• 1 year of RN pediatrics experience is preferred.
• Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Current NJ-RN License (Registered Nurse).
• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
• Certain specialties may require advanced certification (i.e. ACLS, NALS, PALS).
• Part time, 7am-7pm, holidays and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Current NJ-RN License (Registered Nurse).
• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
• Certain specialties may require advanced certification (i.e. ACLS, NALS, PALS).

Skills

• Adaptable
• Achiever
• Good Listener
• Helpful
• Results-driven
• Self-starter

Benefits

• Retirement: Cooper University Health Care offers a 403(b) retirement plan administered by Fidelity Investments with a 50% match up to 5% of annual salary.
• Medical/Dental: Medical and dental benefits are provided through Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, offering flexible networks and comprehensive coverage.
• Tuition Assistance: Benefits eligible team members can take advantage of tuition assistance after 3 months of employment and professional development assistance.
• Nursing Recognition and Excellence: Nurses are recognized through Daisy nominations, unit awards, and rounding recognitions, and receive annual Nursing Excellence Awards.
• Professional Development: Cooper nurses have access to various classes and courses, mentorships, research opportunities, and interprofessional education.
• Professional Governance: Cooper encourages participation in professional governance to drive quality patient and workforce outcomes.
• Nursing Residency: Cooper’s Nurse Residency Program offers a unique opportunity for new-to-practice registered nurses to build confidence and strengthen their professional practice.

Pay

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity, and market data.

Schedule

Part time, 7am-7pm, holidays and weekends required.