Registered Nurse Emergency Department (Full Time, Evenings) Washington Township, NJ

Jefferson Health Plans•Washington Township, NJ

1d•$40 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

The professional nurse provides patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process and respects each patient's individuality and physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs. The nurse develops individualized plans of care with patients and their designated care partners, aligning care with their priorities, cultural beliefs, and values. The role integrates evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, patient and family preferences, and cultural awareness to provide safe, compassionate care. The nurse assesses patients, implements treatment plans, administers medications, educates patients and care partners, documents health information, and collaborates on discharge planning. The nurse also contributes to quality and safety improvement, team communication, and the professional development of colleagues.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; specialized diploma required.
Active registered nurse (RN) license required in the state of practice.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association required.
Knowledge of patient- and family-centered practice and ability to collaborate in care and care planning.
Cultural awareness and ability to communicate respect and connect effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Effective communication skills, including accurately transmitting, receiving, and interpreting information; using partnership-oriented language; and respectfully delegating to team members.
Knowledge and ability to assess patient ailments and injuries and implement treatment plans.
Knowledge of patient and adult/child education techniques and ability to identify learning needs and educate patients and care partners.
Knowledge of medications and ability to administer them and support prescriptions for continuing treatment outside the hospital.
Knowledge of post-discharge needs and ability to develop discharge plans and arrange follow-up care with patients and care partners.
Knowledge of patient assessment tools and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgment, and ability to analyze symptoms and determine appropriate resolutions.
Knowledge of health information and appropriate documentation methods, including written or electronic records.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds, including pushing or pulling patients on beds or stretchers and assisting with lateral transfers.
Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
May need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR, depending on role.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN), or completion of a BSN or appropriate advanced degree within three years of hire, strongly preferred.
One year of prior RN experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with co-workers, patients, families or designated care partners, and other staff in keeping with Jefferson's values.
Integrate evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and patient and care partner preferences and cultural beliefs into care delivery.
Partner with patients and care partners to identify learning needs and provide clear, useful education.
Follow established nursing practices and protocols to minimize risk of harm.
Use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors, and support ethical decision-making.
Monitor care outcomes and use improvement methods to test changes that improve quality and patient safety.
Work effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering communication, respect, and shared decision-making.
Provide safe, compassionate, coordinated care that respects patients' preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs.
Promote belonging and inclusion and demonstrate problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Pursue continued professional development and act as a primary preceptor for appropriate staff members.
Participate in hospital- and practice-based committees, including safety and quality improvement, and incorporate appropriate feedback into practice.
Assess patient ailments and injuries and implement treatment plans.
Administer medications and educate patients and care partners about conditions, treatment, medications, and recovery steps.
Partner with patients and care partners on discharge planning and follow-up care.
Document relevant health information, including histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and results.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time