Job Information
Virtua Health Registered Nurse, Operating Room *Neuro* Full-time Days, Camden - SIGN ON BONUS in United States
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations (https://www.virtua.org/locations) , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program (https://www.virtua.org/about/eat-well) , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave
Employment Type:
Employee
Employment Classification:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Work Shift:
Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)
Total Weekly Hours:
36
Additional Locations:
Job Information:
IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY
New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $15,000 *Minimum year of RN experience in specialty required *2 year commitment
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of nursing care to complex surgical patients in the following specialties: Cardiac, Neurosurgical, Neuro-interventional, and Transplant. The professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the appropriate delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
Position Responsibilities
Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
Participates in clinical decision-making.
Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team.
Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.
Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.
Required Experience: 0-1 years’ experience required, 2-4 preferred
Required Education: Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Training/Certification/ Licensure: NJ RN License
