Registered Nurse- Full Time, 8am-4pm, Mon-Fri, Oncology Outpatient Bridgewater in Bridgewater, NJ

Job Description Utilizes nursing assessment skills effectively. Coordinates and completes patient assessment. Consistently assesses pain, using the appropriate scale, intervention, and reassessment tool. Monitors effects of medications and reports adverse effects. Assesses potential discharge needs. Assesses barriers to learning and functional status of patient. Age Specific Competencies: Encourages patients to report pain and to communicate concerns regarding pain management. Anticipate patient may focus on time constraints and concerns impacting life style, family, work, and/or income loss due to treatment. Demonstrates competent clinical skills. Demonstrates knowledge and skill of equipment and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of medication administration and safety according to hospital policy. Identifies and reports all risk management issues. Demonstrates competency for chemotherapy/infusion administration. Demonstrates knowledge/ adherence to Blood Administration. Age Specific Competencies: Aware of special considerations based on distinguishing characteristics of age groups. (ex. elder adults may have unpredictable absorption medications and require close monitoring) Maintains complete and accurate documentation. Completes required documentation in accordance with hospital policy. Patient’ s plan of care is complete and documented in a timely manner. Patient and family response to treatment plan and nursing interventions is documented. Documents changes in patient condition. Verifies MD orders and daily charges. Documents telephone orders in accordance with policies. Assess emotional distress daily and reports 4 or higher scores to SW. Completes PHQ questionnaire for depression screening and refer to social worker for score of 3 or higher. Age Specific Competencies: Aware of and follows the organizations policy regarding the reporting of suspected elder abuse and domestic violence and depression Assumes responsibility for directing patient care. Delegates tasks to the appropriate team member. Carries out physician orders in an accurate manner. Coordinate tests/procedures. Prioritize based on changes in patient s condition. Coordinates and implements patient/family teaching. Collaborates with other disciplines such as pharmacy, social work, dietary. Age Specific Competencies: Identifies psychosocial issues. Makes timely referrals to social worker. Demonstrates professional practice responsibilities. Completes annual clinical competencies as required on unit. Demonstrates ability to prioritize care, and problem solve to meet the changing needs of patient. Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures. Functions as a resource/mentor to staff members. Identifies knowledge/skill gaps and takes action in obtaining education and/or training. Attends meetings and keeps current with changes in profession and unit function/activities. Participates in hospital and/or unit-based committees. Job Function: 06. Patient Satisfaction. Consistently responds to patients/families in a courteous and positive manner Consistently responds to patients needs in a timely manner Consistently respects the patients right to privacy and confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines Maintains a safe environment. Utilizes standard precautions. Consistently follows the National Patient Safety Goals. Maintains safe environment for patient and family. Age Specific Competencies: Assess fall risk. Provides assistance as necessary including step stools with handrails, access to handicapped bathroom, etc. Patient Advocate Identifies needs on admission and communicates patient s and family’s needs to physician, social worker, and/or case manager. Relays information regarding plan of care, patient progress, scheduling of tests/procedures to patient and family. Includes patient and surrogate in care planning. Act as conduit of information for patient and family. Professional Practice Functions. Demonstrates willingness to float to other departments. Collaborates with physician practices in clinical care and protocols Qualifications Other Tasks Which May be Required: Required • Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program. • Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse. • BLS certification. • 1-2 years Oncology experience Preferred • Bachelor’s degree in nursing. • All ASN must complete their BSN studies within five years of their start date. • Master’s degree in nursing or related field. • 1+ year of experience in Nursing or relevant area. About Us At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: • Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ • Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ • Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ • Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ • Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ • Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ • CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ • Atlantic Home Care and Hospice • Atlantic Mobile Health • Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We Have Received Awards And Recognition For The Services We Have Provided To Our Patients, Team Members And Communities. Below Are Just a Few Of Our Accolades • 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years • Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare • 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare • 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review • Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP • Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) • One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine • One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine • Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets • NJ Sustainable Business Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology. We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020. Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ. Team Member Benefits Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) • Life & AD&D Insurance. • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution • PTO & Paid Sick Leave • Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising • Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave • Backup and On-Site Childcare • Well-Being Rewards • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program • Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts • Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.