Practice Nurse RN, Ambulatory Clinic - Pediatric

Job Title: Practice Nurse RN

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Ambulatory Clinic-Pediatric

Req #: 0000212219

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $64.03 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:

The Practice Nurse RN is responsible organizing and administering individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care. Provides care in outpatient/ hospital settings including but not limited to High-Risk and NICU follow-up clinics and the Pediatric Health Center (s), and Pediatric Services. Involves the identification of follow-up patients, meetings with the family to review program, appointment setting, weekly clinic set up and completion of tasks, evaluation summary letters to private pediatrician. Coordinates care for infants/ children and prepares reports that are performed as baseline and/or for diagnostic purposes. Organize and administer individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an outpatient/ hospital setting in support of medical care. Supports the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Cooperman 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, JCAHO requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in Unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Prior experience should be in pediatrics or outpatient ambulatory roles in primary care
• Experience can be in a hospital, clinic or office setting
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-stress environment
• Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems and documentation
• Completion of all Orientation requirements of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of NJ
• BLS from the American Heart Association
• NRP certification
• PALS certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• FT
• Day shift
• Monday-Friday
• No weekends or holidays
• 37.5 hours weekly
• 9am–5pm
• Position is fully onsite

Essential Functions:

Supports philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of Cooperman 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, JCAHO requirements and other regulatory agencies. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in Unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.

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.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer