Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

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About The Position

The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to skillfully administer total patient care in accordance with Emergency Nursing Standards of Practice, provides leadership and clinical expertise in the assessing, planning and delivery of emergency care. Provides specialized primary nursing care for acutely ill and injured trauma cases in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures.

Requirements

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
BLS required
Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS)
ACLS and PALS required within twelve (12) months of employment and must maintained throughout employment
Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required
Proficiency in the English language is required
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word
Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients

Nice To Haves

Critical Care or Medical/Surgical experience preferred
BSN preferred
Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification preferred

Responsibilities

skillfully administer total patient care in accordance with Emergency Nursing Standards of Practice
provides leadership and clinical expertise in the assessing, planning and delivery of emergency care
Provides specialized primary nursing care for acutely ill and injured trauma cases in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures