Per Diem Registered Nurse - Union NJ
11 months ago
Kenilworth
Job DescriptionBenefits: Key Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and individual needs., • Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals., • Provide skilled nursing care, including wound care, medication management, and monitoring vital signs., • Administer treatments and medical procedures as prescribed by physicians., • Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications., • Coordinate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and effective communication., • Document patient care activities accurately and timely in electronic health records., • Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes., • Provide emotional support and advocacy for patients and their families., • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of NJ., • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred., • Minimum of two years of clinical experience, preferably in home health or a related setting., • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities., • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team., • Proficiency in using electronic health records and other healthcare technology., • Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care., • Reliable transportation and valid driver's license., • Ability to lift and move patients safely, as needed., • Comfortable working in various home environments, including stairs and uneven surfaces., • Ability to withstand long periods of standing, bending, and walking., • Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for performing nursing procedures. Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may change as the needs of the organization evolve.