Charge Registered Nurse; RN Pediatrics - Mountainside in Berkeley Heights, NJ

Position: Charge Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatrics - Mountainside
Location: Mountainside

Charge Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatrics - Mountainside

Req #: 47828

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Children's Specialized Hospital

Department: Long Term Care

Pay Range: $47.55 - $60.06 per hour

Location: 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092

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 Overview

The charge nurse is responsible for the assessment coordination, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of safe and effective patient centered care during her or his assigned shifts on assigned unit. Assists the Nurse Manager in the responsibility for the quality of nursing care, the management of personnel and management systems on a specific unit on a designated shift.
Qualifications
• Graduate of National League of Nursing Accredited School of Nursing
• NJ RN license
• AHA BLS Provider
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or eligible. If not certified at hire, expectation to receive certification within one year of hire
• Evidence of leadership ability
• Evidence of interpersonal skill and ability to collaborate with others
• Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people in Pediatric inpatient care areas
Preferred
• BSN degree
• Three years of Pediatric nursing experience
Certifications and Licenses Required
• NJ RN license
• AHA BLS Provider
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or eligible. If not certified at hire, expectation to receive certification within one year of hire
Scheduling Requirements
• Full Time, Day Shift
• 36 hours/ week
• Must work every other weekend and meet holiday commitment
Essential Functions
• Delivers direct nursing care and/or education to patients and families when indicated
• Participates in the orientation, development and supervision of personnel assigned to unit
• Motivates staff to improve their performance to improve unit and patient care outcomes
• Displays competence in the performance of unit-specific skills to be a resource and mentor for team members
• Demonstrates an understanding of regulatory requirements and professional practice guidelines
• May be required to function as relief supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor
• Fulfills on-call responsibilities when assigned
• Ensures appropriate use of equipment and supplies
• Maintains knowledge and promotes mission, vision and values of CSH
• Maintains competence as staff nurse and is a resource to other team members
• Assigns and delegates patient care considering staff competency and knowledge
• Collaborates with other departments to deliver safe, quality patient centered care
• Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through evaluation
• Addresses performance issues appropriately while treating employees consistently and fairly
• Exhibits consistent professional behavior and accountability
• Demonstrates effective communication, conflict management, interpersonal skills and team building
• Attends designated management meetings
Other Duties
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Nurse Manager or supervisory staff.
Benefits and Perks
• 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!
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 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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