REGISTERED NURSE ( WOUND CARE) AMBULATORY CARE CENTER FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Registered Nurse.

Job Duties

Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

ASSESSMENT

Identifies and documents initial observation and assessment of the patient's needs for immediate nursing action.

Systematically and accurately assesses nursing needs of the patient to detect pertinent changes in the clinical picture.

Asses the needs of patient's family or significant others regarding the patient's direct or extended care.

Performs nursing assessment, vital signs, and health rooming screenings prior to provider exams.

Administered medications, injections, and treatment per provider order and scope of practice.

Collects, selects, plans, evaluates all pertinent data and documents care based on this assessment.

Assesses, intervenes, and documents appropriately to meet patient's educational, psychosocial, and discharge planning needs appropriate to outpatient care and effectiveness.

Initiates appropriate referrals to other departments, services, and / or outside agencies for patient care.

DIRECT PATIENT CARE

Gives comprehensive, confidential patient care.

Initiates and follows through with patient and family teaching and evaluation.

Consults with unit Nursing Leadership regarding significant changes in patient's condition.

Collaborates with all members of the health care team.

Communicates relevant patient care information upon in house transfer.

Utilizes patient care standards in clinical practice.

Documents pertinent information regarding patient's response to treatment and

progression toward goals in patient's chart.

Transcribes outpatient physician orders, gives written and verbal instructions to patient and / or significant others and documents in patient chart accurately and timely.

Seeks clarification of physician's written prescriptions and orders that are unclear

Assist administrative staff with coordination of patient medication refills

Assist administrative staff with all patient medical inquiries requiring clinical guidance

Interprets clinical data and notifies the physician promptly if immediate changes in management are indicated.

Assist administrative staff with coordination patient medication refill requests

Administers either IM, PO or subcutaneous medications in compliance with policies and procedures and does teaching with patient, family, and significant other (e.g., signs and symptoms of medication, food and drug interaction, physical, psycho social and nutrition in accordance to cultural needs).

SAFETY

Checks to ensure that emergency equipment is on hand and in good working order.

Ensures compliance with daily audits of medication refrigerators, crash cart, humidity temperature and all equipment necessitating documentation of daily check

Recognizes and reports malfunction or failure of equipment used in the area to Biomedical Engineering; takes appropriate action to repair / replace such equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, defibrillators, suction apparatus, doppler, O2 tank, liquid nitrogen tank, laser equipment, CO2 tank, pulse oximetry and pacemaker).

Checks that all monitoring equipment (e.g., code cart) is set according to standards.

Checks that policy and procedure of proper handling of sharps is followed strictly and consistently.

INDIRECT PATIENT CARE ACTIVITIES

Facilitates multidisciplinary plans of care and evaluation.

Applies principles of infection control and safety.

Assists in the orientation and competency of new personnel.

Provides clinical supervision of Medical Assistants, and other ancillary staff.

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards; promote adherence to Patient Bill of Rights.

Maintains all medical supplies and Medication par levels. Works with ACC Leadership on supplies (instrumentation and medications) requisition and approval

Conducts hand hygiene and medical record audits for compliance and reports opportunities for improvement

Conducts room audits for compliance with safety and infection control practices

Customer Service : respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.

Understands and adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct.

Familiar with the Medical Center's Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Duties

Assists in data collection and analysis of Quality Assurance / CQI monitors; participates in implementation of follow up action.

Participates in all regulatory / environmental tracers

Supports ACC leadership on all regulatory follow up actions

Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.

Participates actively on Quality Improvement committees as assigned. Participates in all safety and hazard procedures.

Assists other personnel as needed.

Keeps up to date with current trends pertinent to outpatient services.

Participates in continuing education activities; attends scheduled in-service programs; shares information gained at conferences with colleagues.

Participates in community related services such as Influenza campaign (influenza vaccine administration)

Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Attends monthly staff meetings.

Participates in orientation of newly hired employees.

Position Qualifications

Education

Graduation from accredited school of Nursing with a BSN degree required

Current NJ license as RN or temporary permit to practice in New Jersey required

Wound care experience required

Experience

One year of acute ambulatory clinic and / or community nursing experience preferred.

Wound care experience required

Skills

Clinical nursing skills for a RN.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills.

Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position. Second language a plus.

Good organizational skills with comprehensive time management.

Job Setting / Physical Demands

All patient care areas.

Frequently prolonged standing / walking.

Lifts, positions, pushes, and / or transfers patients.

Protective clothing worn : face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate respirator.

Checks that policy and procedure of properly handling of sharps is followed strictly and consistency.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range

$46.94-$66.43 DIFFERENTIALS : WEEKEND $2.25 PER HR EVE DIFF- 10% NIGHT 12% / CHARGE PAY $2.25 PER HR

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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