Clinical Navigator (RN) Bariatrics Program (Days)Req #:0000158254

Category:Nursing

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department:Bariatric Program

Location:

Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Overview:

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Current New Jersey licensure as a Professional Registered Nurse in good standing required.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

• 1-3 years prior experience as a Registered Nurse required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) Health Care Provider Certification required.

• Successful completion of all orientation programs required.

Preferred:

• BSN

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement

• BLS from the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and implement Bariatric navigation program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center following the MBSAQIP guidelines.

• Organizes and administers care to bariatric patients, utilizing a patient navigation model throughout the medical center and within the community.

• Provides nursing care and education in collaboration with the medical staff in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the New Jersey State Nurse Practice Act.

• Plans and provides age specific treatments, patient and family teaching and navigation throughout the hospital and medical system.

• Provide community outreach and education programs to increase awareness of resources available for the bariatric patient population

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