Outpatient RN
Saint Peter's University Healthcare System
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Health system employer
Posted Sep 8
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Full Time
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New Jersey is $43/hr, across 511 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Adult Ambulatory Care
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 Outpatient RN will
- Assess the health status of assigned patients as outlined in the Nursing Standards.
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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 initiate 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 participate 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 maintain 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
Salary Range: 41.00 - 56.00 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.
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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
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Adoption assistance
Place
- City
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Median rent
- $1,814/mo
- Local household income
- $65,810/yr
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
New Brunswick, known as "The Healthcare City," sits along the Raritan River and is home to Rutgers University and major medical institutions. This diverse college town offers a lively downtown, cultural venues, and strong nursing career opportunities all within a compact, transit-connected hub.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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