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

Virtua Memorial Hospital•Voorhees, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Health is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for its NICU in Voorhees, New Jersey. The nurse assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care using outcome identification and evidence-based practice. As an integral member of the healthcare team, the nurse coordinates care and communicates and collaborates with team members, patients, and their families or significant others. The role requires Level III NICU experience and a commitment to professional ethics and maintaining nursing competencies.

Requirements

Level III NICU experience.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid New Jersey RN license.
Knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures, and standards.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to coordinate the efforts of a team of care providers.
Ongoing education to maintain and update nursing practice.

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 families or responsible parties about disease processes, individual care needs, wellness, and safety.
Delegate and monitor care provided by other nursing department and healthcare team members.
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.