PD RN-Pediatric SDS Per Diem DayReq #:0000151670

Category:Ambulatory / Outpatient Nursing

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Day

Facility:Monmouth Medical Center

Department:Surg Serv -Same Day Surg

Location:

Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated & experienced RN for Pediatric SDS at Monmouth Medical Center.

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.

For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.

Qualifications:

Required:

• RN Degree

• NJ RN License

• At least 3 years M/S or Peri-Op experience

• BLS, ACLS & PALS (American Heart Association)

Preferred:

• BSN

• PACU, Pedi ED or Pediatric experience

• Specialty Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem Day

Essential Functions:

• Caring for our Pediatric patients in our Same Day Surgery Department

• Focus on the care of pediatric patients who are coming for procedural sedation,

• RN to be cross trained to care for both outpatient and inpatient surgical patients, as well as, pediatric patients leaving the department or nursing unit for testing or procedures,

• As a sedation RN the nurse is responsible for the preoperative and postoperative care of the pediatric procedural patients,

• RN and an anesthesiologist work together to care for patient during the test or procedure,

• Special skills required include pediatric IV insertion, Foley insertion and phlebotomy

Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer