Registered Nurse - ER

Genesis Primary Care Physicians•Somerset, NJ

About The Position

Plans, provides, and/or supervises nursing care for patients in an efficient and caring manner. Coordinates care planning with other caregivers and departments, follows universal precautions and infection control policies, and works independently with minimal supervision. The role is in the Perry County Emergency Department on a 12-hour mid shift, with 36 scheduled hours per week, and may require floating between campuses. Genesis HealthCare System employees are expected to support its mission of helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being through compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare. Employees are expected to embody the values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation, take ownership of their work, and keep patients at the center of care. The nurse provides patient-centered care, communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, coworkers, and other customers, and contributes to a safe, clean, quiet, and healing environment. The role also includes supporting the orientation of new staff when assigned and promoting patient and employee safety.

Requirements

Current Ohio RN license.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
One year of experience in an acute care setting.
CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
Ability to read, write, and explain or describe moderately complex information to other hospital staff.
Attention to detail.
Effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others.
Ability to read, calculate, and prepare medication; observe and analyze resulting reactions; and apply clinical knowledge.
Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities, and carry out an established plan.
Competence in age-specific patient care as necessary.
PALS certification within 12 months after completing orientation, provided appropriate classes are available during that period.
TNCC certification within 12 months of hire, provided appropriate classes are available during that period.
ACLS certification within 12 months of hire, provided appropriate classes are available during that period.
BCRA certification during nursing orientation.
ENPC certification within 12 months after completing orientation, provided appropriate classes are available during that period.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, quality patient care in accordance with physician orders.
Take and record measurements or readings.
Assess patients’ conditions and provide appropriate treatment and care.
Administer prescribed medications.
Provide leadership and collaborate with other caregivers on the unit.
Float between campuses as needed.
Apply knowledge and skills related to patient care and routine Emergency Department procedures within the nurse’s scope of practice, as demonstrated through annual competencies.
Assist with orientation of new staff as assigned.
Coordinate care planning with other caregivers and areas.
Follow universal precautions and infection-control policies.
Communicate effectively, share pertinent information, and respond to requests appropriately and in a timely manner.
Maintain patient dignity and privacy and handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately.
Promote patient and employee safety, including safe patient and materials handling, use of protective equipment, and awareness of slips, trips, and falls.
Help maintain a safe, clean, quiet work and healing environment.