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Registered Nurse (RN) Women's Health Unit (Nights)Req #:0000136601Category:Labor and Delivery NursingStatus:Full-TimeShift:NightFacility:Newark Beth Israel Medical CenterDepartment:Womens Health UnitLocation:Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027JOB SUMMARYThe role of the Professional Registered Nurse is to provide quality nursing care in collaboration with the medical staff and within the guidelines of the New Jersey State Nurse Practice Act. It is the responsibility of the Professional Nurse to implement the Hospital's Mission and goals through established policies, procedures and performance improvement activities. Implementation of these goals occurs through organization and administration of individualized age specific professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital. The understanding of the principles of growth and development will be incorporated to assess each patient's age specific needs and determine age specific treatment modalities.EDUCATIONGraduate from an accredited School of NursingCurrent and active NJ RN licensureBLS CertificationNRP CertificationQUALIFICATIONSStrong critical thinking and assessment skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsgoal and outcome orientedMinimum (2) two years Mother/Baby experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to provide emotional support to postpartum mothersKnowledge of breastfeeding support and newborn careFlexibility to work varying shiftsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPostpartum Nurse Personal TraitsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong work ethicAbility to work well under pressureGood organizational and problem-solving skillsCompassionate and caring attitudeAbility to work autonomouslyFirst established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need. At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and to provide you with an environment that is conducive to healing and promotes patient safety. The Newark Beth Israel Medical Center management and staff abide by the philosophy that all patients are to be treated with respect, dignity, and sensitivity.RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey and the state s second largest private employer with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital).We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:Medical/Dental/Vision plans401 (k)Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time OffShort & Long Term DisabilityBasic Life & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
