Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Per Diem

Job Title: RN

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Post Anesth Care Unit

Req #: 0000248136

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview: Founded in 1917, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway is an acute care community hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services. RWJ Rahway's emergency department cares for more than 32,000 patients per year. The hospital is a Primary Stroke Center with telemedicine capability for 24/7 coverage. The campus is home to Care Connection, a 24abed licensed subacute rehab unit owned by Alaris Health, and Kindred Hospital New Jersey a Rahway, a 34abed longaterm acute care hospital for medically complex patients who need intense specialized treatment for an extended period of time. The hospital provides extensive therapeutic services including physical, occupational speech and hearing. For those with heart and lung disease, the hospital has cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.

Qualifications:

• An active NJ RN License or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement is required.
• An Associate's Degree in Nursing is required; a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS/PALS required.
• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required.
• A minimum of one (1) year of Critical Care experience is required; PACU experience is preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem Days

Essential Functions:

The Registered Nurse (RN) organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Supports philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Saint Barnabas Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.

Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.