Job Summary
Treat actual or potential health problems using the nursing diagnosis and case management. Teach, counsel and provide supportive care to the patient and their significant others.
Essential Functions
Performs a thorough and timely assessment of patient’s condition including physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative aspects
Identifies problems/nursing needs including discharge needs
Intervenes appropriately to address identified problems and needs. Plans care according to standards of care. Manages time efficiently/sets priorities appropriately
Evaluates effectiveness of care and revises plan if necessary
Provides education consistent with the patient/family learning abilities and preferences; evaluates outcomes
Effectively Communicates with physician’s, co-workers, patients, families
Reports pertinent observations regarding patients to physicians and other health care team members
Shift report is given on time, accurately and concisely
Documentation on the patient’s medical record is accurate, complete and concise
Patient Safety
Maintains National Patient Safety Goals
Verifies, coordinates and carries out physicians orders accurately
Coordinates interdepartmental transfers smoothly and efficiently
Coordinates interdepartmental activities (i.e., lab, radiology, etc.) to ensure timely efficient care
Communicates and coordinates with Case Manager to ensure timely discharge, patient satisfaction and quality care along the continuum of care
Practices Universal Standard Precautions
Demonstrates knowledge of practices department safety procedures, including safe handling of equipment and hazardous substances
Initiates incident reports appropriately
Administers medications in an accurate and timely manner
Follows the 5 “rights” when administering medications
Uses 2 patient identifiers before administering medications
Uses 2 patient identifiers before administering medications to new patients and facial recognition when administering medications to re
Other duties as requested.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Education/Certifications
Graduate of an accredited program in nursing.
Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the state of NJ.
Certifications required: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
One-two years of experience preferred.
Working Conditions
Exposed to unpleasant odors, body waste, communicable diseases. Encounters stress, crisis, emergencies, trauma and death. On feet most of the day, lifts patients and moves heavy equipment. Interacts with family, visitor health team members and other hospital and referral agency personnel.
CareWell Health provides a salary/hourly rate range for all open positions to comply with New Jersey Law. The rates listed for each position is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). The salary range does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation which can be discussed in detail with your talent acquisition specialist.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by CareWell Health. Candidates should discuss salary/hourly compensation and details of our comprehensive benefits with our talent acquisition specialist if selected for an interview.
We offer an excellent benefit package including but not limited to the following benefit offerings:
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Disability Insurance
Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Paid Holidays and a generous Paid Time Off Plan
