Licensed Practical Nurse , LPN, Long Term Pediatrics FT Nights in Mountainside, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: LPN

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Long Term Care

Req #: 0000261444

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $30.04 - $36.86 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 Summary

Provides rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families under supervision,

Essential Job Functions

Performs and documents nursing care within LPN scope of practice and hospital policies and procedures,

Notifies Nurse Manager and or Charge Nurse of responsibilities and or changes in patient status,

Takes appropriate action including recording and reporting,

Understands the importance the interdisciplinary process,

Promotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventions,

Participates in patient and family education under supervision of RN,

Recognizes and respects patient and family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care,

Requests guidance from Manager, RN and other resources when appropriate,

Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self evaluation,

Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues,

Formal Education and Job Related Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing,

Minimum of one year nursing experience with rehabilitation and or pediatric experience preferred,

Requirement for per diem at least 1 year of pediatric nursing experience,

Evidence of interpersonal skill and ability to collaborate with others,

Certification

American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification required,

License

Current NJ LPN license,

Education and Experience Additional Comments

None

Job Specific Contacts

Continual contact with patients, families, visitors and all hospital departments and staff,

Physical Demands

Pediatric inpatient care areas,

Working Environment Additional Comments

Contact with medications, chemicals and equipment,

Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people,

Job Provides Direction To

None

Additional Comments

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