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Med Surg Float Pool RN Per Diem Days

Posted Aug 14

Shift and hours
Days
Unit and setting
Med-Surg · Hospital
License
RN licenseLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
Term
Per Diem

Do you qualify?

License
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey Check your license
Certification
BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association
Education
BSN preferred or must be obtained within three (3) years of hire dateAfter hire
Also asks
ECG course obtained during clinical orientationAfter hire

What it pays

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Free parking
  • 401(k) matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
More benefits (9)
  • Health insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid life insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Back-up daycare
  • Free onsite parking
  • Wellness programs

The role and schedule

Floating
Floats to other units

The workplace

Saint Peter's University Healthcare System
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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Med-Surg Float Pool

Saint Peter's is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet® designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

The Med Surg Float Pool RN Per Diem Days will

Assess the health status of assigned patients as outlined in the Nursing Standards. Plan, implement and evaluate individualized care based on patient assessment and Multi-Disciplinary Plan of Care. Provide direct patient care or direction and supervision to other health team members to ensure proper implementation of care in accordance with the requirements of the NJ Board of Nursing, current regulatory guidelines, the ANA Code of Ethics and institutional policies and procedures.

Teach patient/significant others about health/illness state and plan of care. Ensure that patient/significant others are prepared for discharge and health maintenance in the home setting. Ensure all procedures are performed based on established Standards of Care.

Demonstrate competency in performing all procedures within own scope of practice, in accordance with the requirements of the N. J. Board of Nursing, current regulatory guidelines, and the ANA Code of Ethics as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle. (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics) Understand and implement the range of treatment needed by these patients. Document all aspects of patient care.

Be knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures. Maintain supplies and equipment. Administer medications and parenteral therapies in accordance with SPUH policies.

Maintain patient safety, comfort and cleanliness. Assume leadership role which is consistent with scope of practice. Report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences in accordance with established SPUH policies and procedures.

Maintain knowledge of and participates in Nursing Quality Improvement Activities. Serve productively in Hospital/Divisional/Unit organization. Use problem-solving methods to resolve issues that impact upon Nursing care.

Participate in education and development activities and maintains professional credentialing. Participate in Unit orientation programs. Participate as a reviewer in the peer review process.

Requirements

  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
  • BSN preferred or must be obtained within three (3) years of hire date
  • BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association
  • ECG course obtained during clinical orientation

Salary Range: 57.00 - 57.00 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and

  • shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.

What's around it?

In New Brunswick, NJ

New Brunswick, NJFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 9% above the US average

Median rent
$1,814/mo
Household income
$65,810/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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