Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN), Nursing Mother/Baby

Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN), Nursing Mother/Baby Trinitas Regional Medical Center - 3.8 Elizabeth, NJ Job Details Per diem $46.90 - $63.09 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications NRP Certification RN License Neonatal resuscitation procedures BLS Certification Neonates Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Req #: 0000236803

Category:

Nurses Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Night Facility:

Trinitas Regional Medical Center Department:

Nursing Mother/Baby Pay Range:

$46.90 - $63.09 per hour

Location:

225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title:

PD RN Location:

WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name:

Nursing Mother/Baby Req #: 0000236803

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Night Pay Range:

$46.90 - $63.09 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Through the years, Trinitas Regional Medical Center has demonstrated its commitment to women and children with a spacious 20-bed Mother Baby postpartum unit, modern Labor and Delivery and Recovery rooms, and a Level II Special Care Nursery. Nurses in the mother and baby unit care for mothers and newborns. Nurses caring for the new mother demonstrate knowledge of normal post-partum physiological and psychological maternal adaptation.

Qualifications:

Required:

At least 2 years of mother-baby nursing experience Strong communication and organizational skills Flexibility and adaptability and must be willing to meet the needs of the unit Proficient computer skills BLS from the American Heart Association ASN or Nursing Diploma from an accredited Nursing Program Neonatal Resuscitation Program NRP certification to be obtained by the completion of the orientation period Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement

Preferred:

BSN Degree Scheduling Requirements:

Per Diem Nights Essential Functions:

Assesses maternal-newborn attachment and intervenes if negative behaviors are noted Fully supports breast-feeding by providing consistent education; discouraging the use of supplements and pacifiers; providing encouragement and utilizing resources for difficult feeding situations Maintains NRP certification Provides measures to decrease the risk of infant abduction and demonstrates appropriate response in actual and potential situations Assures newborn identification is present according to policy Nurses caring for the newborn demonstrate knowledge of the expected physiological changes during the newborn transitional period Maintains a thermoneutral environment for the newborn Assures newborn identification is present according to policy Obtains blood specimens via heel stick, as ordered, in the correct procedure and location Assists physician with circumcision, including assurance of informed consent and newborn comfort measures

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.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and 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. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer