Medical Surgical Nurse New

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join a high-acuity Medical-Surgical unit at a reputable and well-established healthcare institution in New Jersey. This is a registry position ideal for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment and value professional collaboration and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment:

• Perform comprehensive assessments across life spans from pediatric to geriatric.
• Tailor care plans to developmental and health-specific needs.

2. Clinical Skills:

• Deliver direct patient care in alignment with unit and patient needs.
• Exhibit proficiency in the use of emergency equipment and response protocols.

3. Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation reflecting the nursing process.
• Ensure patient progress, care delivery, and education are thoroughly charted.

4. Professionalism:

• Adhere to institutional policies and support team development and improvement.
• Pursue ongoing clinical and professional growth.

5. Patient Satisfaction:

• Foster a courteous, respectful, and empathetic care environment.
• Uphold confidentiality standards in accordance with HIPAA.

6. Safety Protocols:

• Follow National Patient Safety Goals, including Universal Protocols.
• Use two patient identifiers and safe transfer/body mechanics techniques.

7. Unit-Specific Responsibilities:

• Care for surgical patients by individualizing plans based on procedures and anaesthesia types.
• Assess patient understanding and reactions to care processes.

8. Accountability:

• Prioritize patient care based on individual needs and changing conditions.
• Support perioperative teamwork with a focus on responsibility and outcomes.

9. Patient Education:

• Actively involve patients and families in education around surgical procedures.
• Perform pre- and post-operative assessments and educational interventions.

10. PAT RN Duties (if applicable):

• Support the timely completion of patient testing.
• Review Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) orders for appropriateness and completeness.

Required Qualifications:

• Licensure: Active RN license in the state of New Jersey (or eligible for reciprocity)
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in a hospital or acute care setting
• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Associate’s Degree – Required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing – Preferred

Physical Requirements:

Must meet the physical demands defined by Occupational Safety and OMS guidelines for the role, including extended periods of standing and the ability to safely assist with patient transfers.

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.