Req #: 0000190343
Category: Nursing
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: Post Anesth Care Unit

QUALIFICATIONS:

• RN with current post-anesthesia care unit or critical care experience and some recovery experience,
• Ability to care for ventilated patient,
• This role requires flex to Same day surgery as needed,
• Ability to admit and discharge patients for ambulatory surgery in addition,

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:

• Full-time, days
• 10am to 8:30pm with potential flexible requirements to meet the needs of the unit and cover colleagues

The Registered Nurse (RN) organize and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Saint Barnabas Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.