Local Contract Nurse RN – Acute Care – $45-50 per hour Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Job Description:

Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN AcuteCare for a local contract nursing job in Newark, Ohio.

JobDescription & Requirements Specialty:

Acute Care Discipline:

RNDuration:

13 weeks 36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours

EmploymentType:

Local Contract Short Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN)maintains the delivery of quality care by assuring the nursing careplan is followed. The RN supervises Licensed Practical Nurses,Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees. Bedside Acute Care RNNight Shift AND Day Shift – 3x12s

Location:

Newark, OH CompleteDescription:

Embraces Core Values of the

Company:

• We deliversuperior quality in all that we do.
• We treat others as they wouldlike to be treated.
• We are results oriented and achieve ourobjectives.
• We are team players.
• We are resourceful inovercoming obstacles. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety -Focused on 10 Foot Circle of Safety and displays safety awarenessin all of the below key areas:
• Safe Patient Handling
• MaterialsHandling
• Infectious Diseases
• Slips/Trips and Falls
• WorkEnvironment Follows all hospital guidelines outlining standards ofpersonal appearance, attendance and punctuality.

Based on theCompetency Program established for direct care providers, possessesthe skills and competencies necessary to perform job function inaccordance with population served criteria.

JOB-SPECIFICDUTIES/COMPETENCIES

Performs a nursing assessment on all patientswithin 8 hours of admission. The data collected forms the basis ofan individualized plan of care. Identifies teaching needs and goalsrelated to the diagnosis of each patient from the nursing admissionassessment and by collaborating with patient/family and theInterdisciplinary team. Provides patient information and status ina timely manner for the Initial Team Conference and forRe-evaluation Team Conferences on a weekly basis. Responsible andaccountable for accurate, succinct and timely documentation of allassessments, interventions and patient’s response in the medicalrecord in accordance with policy. Participates in the patientrehabilitation program on an assigned unit. Is responsible andaccountable for direct patient care by utilizing the nursingprocess of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patientcare with a priority on the education of thepatient/family/significant other based on the health care needsidentified. Uses a positive and encouraging approach to achievepatient goals and quality outcomes. Initiates discharge planning onall patients from the day of admission. Initiates patient teachingin anticipation of the discharge date. Communicates all pertinentinformation regarding changes in patient’s status from one careprovider to another, to support continuity of care and patientsafety. This includes the attending physician and the Charge Nurse.

Seeks consultation from more senior nursing staff in support ofcomplex clinical decision-making. Provides direction, training andsupervision of ancillary nursing personnel by utilizing problemsolving techniques in decision making, organizing, settingpriorities and using time effectively. Delegates appropriately.

Provides for and assures personal and environmental safety inaccordance with hospital and nursing policies and procedures.

Positively contributes to the functioning of the unit by providingcalm direction and reassurance to ancillary staff, otherdepartments, patients and families. Participates in team buildingactivities on the unit to create a positive and efficient workenvironment. Maintains communication with manager and seniornursing staff related to service needs such as necessary supplies,equipment (including repairs) and clinical training in order toeffectively complete assigned duties. Provides care in acost-effective manner while promoting quality patient outcomes,monitors supplies and charges. Assumes charge responsibilityfollowing orientation period as requested. Identifies and initiatesown professional growth, actively pursuing professional developmentthrough continuing education and self-study. Prioritizes activitiesand plans for effective use of time and staff in meeting patientneeds. Performs other duties as requested. AdditionalQualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSNpreferred. ACLS Required Prior to First Shift (CIRH ONLY) MinimumTwo (2) Years Bedside Clinical Experience BLS CertificationRequired Prior to First Shift Nucleus Healthcare Job ID 3660. AboutNucleus Healthcare Nucleus Healthcare is a staffing and recruitmentagency partnering with top-tier healthcare and life sciencesfacilities and organizations to deliver quality candidates lookingfor meaningful employment. We have permanent placement andlong-contract jobs nationwide in nursing, allied health, healthcareoperations and hospitality, and life sciences. Our vision ofredefining the way healthcare does business is what fuels ourmission to empower the people who power healthcare. Connect with aNucleus recruiter who will partner with you to differentiate everystep of your job search process today! ?

Benefits:

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