Med Surg Registered Nurse

About This Role

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care through outcome identification and evidence-based practice as an integral member of the healthcare team. This role coordinates patient care and collaborates with the healthcare team, patients, and their families.

Responsibilities

• Perform an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care
• Administer, monitor and document therapeutic interventions and regimes
• Effectively manage rapidly changing situations
• Participate in clinical decision-making
• Educate patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, and safety issues
• Delegate and monitor care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team
• Demonstrate standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice
• Participate in orientation, education and development of healthcare team
• Identify and participate in the performance improvement activities
• Maintain professional and departmental level competencies

Requirements

• Valid NJ RN License
• Knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers

Skills

* Required skills