Registered Nurse (RN) NICU - Per Diem Level 2 (7a)

Virtua Health•Franklin Township, NJ

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Health is hiring a per diem Registered Nurse for its Level 2 NICU at the Voorhees location. The nurse assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care using outcome identification and evidence-based practice. As an integral member of the health care team, the nurse coordinates patient care and collaborates with healthcare colleagues, patients, and their families or significant others, while maintaining high standards of professional ethics. Level III NICU experience is required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid New Jersey RN license.
Level III NICU experience.
Knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures, and standards.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to coordinate the efforts of a team of care providers.
Keep nursing skills current through ongoing education, journals, and similar resources.

Responsibilities

Assess patients and develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care.
Administer, monitor, and document therapeutic interventions and regimens.
Effectively manage rapidly changing situations.
Participate in clinical decision-making.
Educate patients and their families or responsible parties about disease processes, individual care needs, wellness, and safety.
Delegate and monitor care provided by members of the nursing department and healthcare team.
Apply standard precautions and patient safety principles.
Participate in orientation, education, and development of the healthcare team.
Identify and participate in performance improvement activities.
Maintain professional and departmental competencies.
Coordinate patient care and collaborate with healthcare team members, patients, and families.