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Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room Full Time DayReq #:0000130565Category:OR NursingStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Jersey City Medical CenterDepartment:Operating RoomLocation:Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302You are in demand everywherebut it pays to come here!If you want to work in a premier hospital that wins awards, nurtures people, and tirelessly strives to advance care, you ll find your match atJersey City Medical Center. Our not-for-profit hospital, a proud member ofRWJBarnabasHealth, has been honored time and again for our strides in patient care and safety, and as the regional leader in specialties like cardiology, stroke, and trauma care.As our status and patient volume continue to grow, we are adding talent to our organizationAmong our many accolades, we have been designated8timesthe only A-Rated for Safety Hospital, awardedMagnet Recognitionfor superior nursing, 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.Job DescriptionJersey City Medical Center is the only 3rd Magnet Designated Hospital for Nursing Excellence in Hudson, Union, or Essex counties. The operating room is an exciting, dynamic and innovative place to work that provides exciting new challenges and professional development. A Registered Professional Operating Room Nurse is an integral part of the perioperative team and serves as an advocate for patients who are undergoing anesthesia and/or sedation. The Operating Room Nurse is responsible for managing nursing care within the O.R. through observing the surgical team from a broad perspective and assisting the team in creating and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment. These responsibilities include but are not limited to, coordinating complete nursing assessments and care for patients and participates in patient and family teaching for assigned patients within the Operating Room. The Registered Professional Nurse in the Operating Room provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the perioperative setting.Additional RequirementsMust possess:Must be able to scrub and circulateExcellent communication skillsAbility to work with members of the perioperative teamExcellent observation skillsKnowledge of asepsis, infection control, and effects of anesthesiaEducation: BSN requiredExperience: Prior recent Operating Room nursing experience required or attendance and completion of Periop CourseCertification/Licensure: Current NJ RN Licensure required and BLS requiredWe are committed to High Reliability and consistent demonstration of our Safety Together behaviors and tools:S - Speak up for SafetyA - Accurately communicateF - Focus on the taskE - Exercise and accept a questioning attitudeT - Thoughtfully interactY - You and Me TogetherRWJBarnabas Health offers excellent-provided benefits which include: competitive compensation, comprehensive medical/dental benefits, 403 (B) savings plan, Flexible Spending Plans, PTO program, tuition reimbursement and so much more.Equal Employment Opportunity$43.00 Min to $61.00 Max Hourly RateLet us 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.Join our team to embark on shaping the future of healthcare!RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
