Registered Nurse First Assist (PT Day RNFA), Dept of Surgery, NBI at RWJBarnabas Health – NEWARK, New Jersey

Job Overview:

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Active NJ RN License or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement required
• BLS certification through American Heart Association required
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required
• RNFA Certification required

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part Time, Day Shift
• 30 hours weekly
• On Call requirement (minimum 2 on-call shifts a month)

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 Newark Beth Isreal and the Department of Surgery.
• 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.

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 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