Registered Nurse

Astera•Morristown, NJ

1d•$43 - $47

About The Position

We are seeking two Registered Nurses for Urology practice locations in the Morristown area. The work schedule is 35–40 hours per week. The Registered Nurse provides primary care to patients, including assessment, treatment, care planning, and evaluation of medical care. The role delivers patient-centered care in accordance with practice guidelines, standards of care, and applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of professional nursing experience.
Current New Jersey Registered Nurse license.
Current CPR certificate; BLS affiliated with the American Heart Association is required.
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.
Familiarity with state nursing laws, nurse practice guidelines, and clinical policies and procedures.
Knowledge of wellness and illness, growth and development, human behavior, psychosocial factors, 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 patient triage 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.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
Obtain and document health histories, chief complaints, vital signs, health risk factors, and assessments of disease conditions.
Provide patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal and state laws and regulations.
Execute 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.