RN

Job Overview:

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families in an inpatient environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of National League of Nursing Accredited School of Nursing
• Current NJ RN license
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Evidence of interpersonal skill and ability to collaborate with others
• 0-6 months nursing experience

Preferred:

• Pediatric and | or rehabilitative nursing experience
• BSN

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ RN license
• AHA BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time 36 hours/week
• 7pm 7am shifts

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates evidence of use of the nursing process within timeframes defined by the hospital and departmental policy. Recognizes and accurately identifies patient and family healthcare needs
• Plans, implements and evaluates pediatric rehab plans for patients with a variety of problems. Begins to plan and implement pediatric rehabilitation rationales
• Implements appropriate and individualized patient and family education within time frames defined by hospital and departmental policy. Begins planning and implementing patient and family education
• Understands the importance of the interdisciplinary process. Functions as a rehab nurse in a team structure. Promotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventions.
• Incorporates LPNs and nursing assistants into attainment of short-term goals and delegates appropriately
• Recognizes and respects patient|family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care
• Requests guidance from CNII, III, and other resources when appropriate. Supports hospital s policies and procedures
• Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation. Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues
• Guides, assists and serves as a role model for LPNs, nurse externs, nursing assistants, nursing students and new staff
• Assumes the role of relief charge nurse. Keeps nursing supervisor informed of patient needs and problems. Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• PTO
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounts Through our Partners
  • NJ Devils
  • NJ Performing Arts Center
  • Verizon
  • And many more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.