Staff Nurse, Observation Unit (H-Blue)

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

18h

About The Position

The Staff Nurse in the Observation Unit (H-Blue) cares for patients receiving ongoing medical treatment, assessment, and reassessment before a decision is made to discharge or admit them. The unit treats a wide variety of conditions, including chest pain, A-fib, cellulitis, syncope, asthma, congestive heart failure, trauma, musculoskeletal pain, stroke, and TIA. It is a fast-paced service with short patient stays and admissions and discharges occurring 24/7. The nurse is accountable for the care activities, safety, and goal achievement of assigned patients. This includes assessing, planning, and intervening in actual or potential health problems, evaluating patient responses to care, providing patient education, and participating in discharge planning. As a member of a designated care team, the Registered Professional Nurse collaborates with, coordinates, and guides team members in planning care and supporting safe, high-quality patient care. Practice is conducted in accordance with American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Joint Commission standards and Sentinel Event Alert recommendations, Patient/Family Centered Principles, Department of Health standards, and University Hospital policies and procedures. University Hospital offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
Current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; certification must be maintained.
Proficiency in the English language.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate care for assigned patients, including assessing, planning, and intervening in actual or potential health problems.
Evaluate patients’ responses to care and support the achievement of patient goals.
Promote patient safety and provide patient education and discharge planning.
Collaborate with, coordinate, and guide designated care team members in planning patient care.
Deliver care in accordance with applicable professional standards, regulatory standards, and hospital policies and procedures.