Position Summary

Provides quality nursing care through the application of the nursing process using evidence based practice focusing on excellent outcomes and patient experience within the framework of Shared Governance.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Facilitate and Coordinate Total Patient Care

2. Documentation of Care

3. Maintain Professional Development

4. Education of patient and family

5. Patient Advocate

6. Maintain Patient Safety

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

All hires after July 2012 are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. OR if Associates Degree or Diploma must be enrolled in BSN program and completed within 4 years of hire.

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

None

Preferred:

One year of Acute Care Experience

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Current NJ RN licensure and American Heart Association CPR certification

Preferred:

Certification in specialty

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Certified in ACLS and complete Critical care, and Vents training within one year of hire. They must also complete Basic arrhythmia Interpretation within 6 months.

Preferred:

PCCN or Cardio Vascular certification