Job Overview:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located— in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BSN
• OR experience in the area of specialty
• CNOR certification is required within one year after hire
• Successful completion of orientation programs
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient Computer Skills

Preferred:

• Magnet organization experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
• BLS from the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Weekend and holiday rotation
• Full Time
• On-call coverage may be required

Essential Functions:

Coordinates with OR Manager and surgeons to ensure instruments and supplies for the specialty are ready and available at all times.

Develop and review schedule to ensure appropriate resources are available.

Coordinates with OR Manager to make daily room assignments appropriate to the skill and level of service line team members.

Participates in all phases of education and record maintenance, including updating of policies and procedures.

Relates effectively with perioperative team members and other units/departments for continuity of care.

Promotes development of positive relations with surgeons, and implementation of new surgical procedures.

Assists Manager and AVP with fiscal management by acquiring and maintaining skills and knowledge of budget strategies to maximize use of resources within a cost-effective framework.

Ensure that department is in compliance with all applicable policies and regulatory directives.

Other Duties:

Meets requirements as defined by applicable department specific competency checklist. Ability to work effectively as part of the leadership team. Demonstrates decision making and critical thinking skills. Knowledge of administration, budgeting principles, and personnel management. Clinical competency in OR. Demonstrated knowledge of computers and EMR.

Benefits and Perks:

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!

$110,000 Min to $125,000 Max Salary

Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

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 on 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