Registered Nurse (Rn) Labor And Delivery Per Diem

JOB SUMMARY

We are currently looking for a Staff RN in Labor & Delivery.

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Major responsibilities include but are not limited to organizing and administering individualized age specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical and behavioral health care.

Provides nursing care as directed by medical staff and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the State Nurse Practice Act. Maintains the standards of nursing care as established. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning.

Participates in unit Quality Improvement evaluation activities. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment.

Your Strengths Are: Employees of Clara Maass Medical Center are committed to providing EXCEPTIONAL services and QUALITY to its community through our passion for Excellence and Perfection.We are committed to ZERO incidents of preventable harm for our patients, families, visitors and each other and commit to our SAFETY TOGETHER behaviors and tools:

S - Speak up for Safety

A - Accurately communicate

F - Focus on the task

E - Exercise and accept a questioning attitude

T - Thoughtfully interact

Y - You and Me Together

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.

BSN preferred.

Current NJ state licensure as A Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA)

NRP certification required

ACLS certification required

Minimum two years RN experience working in an acute care hospital setting.

Recent/Current experience working on Labor & Delivery Unit in an acute care setting

Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal and demonstrated writing skills.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer