Registered Nurse - Urology

Astera Cancer Care • Denville, NJ

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse will provide primary care to patients at the employer’s Urology practice in Denville, New Jersey. The role includes assessment, treatment, care planning, and evaluation of medical care, with a focus on providing patient-centered care and supporting patients and families.

Requirements

• At least one year of professional nursing experience.
• Registered Nurse license in the state of New Jersey.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources.
• Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies, and familiarity with state nursing laws, nurse practice guidelines, and clinical policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of wellness and illness, growth and development, psychosocial factors in human behavior, and alternative health care treatments.
• Knowledge of chart and medical record documentation requirements and federal and state laws related to release of health care information.
• Skill in triaging patients in person and by phone.
• Ability to engage clients and families in developing and implementing a care plan.
• Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
• Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient consent for care and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Obtain and document health history, chief complaint, vital signs, health risk factors, and disease-condition assessment.
• Provide patient care in accordance with practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal and state laws and regulations.
• Carry out prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administer prescribed medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and patient responses.
• Refer to or consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent or resolve problems or concerns.
• Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Document patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms, automated systems, and documentation practices.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Track quality assurance data and monitor acute and chronic care management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
• Immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA).
• Other ancillary benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution.
• Profit sharing.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed