Registered Nurse; RN); Neuro Sciences Unit 4E; Per diem

Within Centra State Medical Center, Neuroscience Unit 4 East offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of neuroscience in a supportive and engaging environment. This 28-bed unit cares for patients experiencing a wide range of neurological and spinal conditions, including stroke, brain injury, TIA, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal. It is a unit where nurses and support staff can sharpen their clinical skills and grow into a specialty that is both challenging and rewarding.

With self-scheduling and a unit led by seasoned management who are deeply familiar with Centra State's core values and committed to providing the feedback, guidance, and encouragement essential for professional growth. The team culture emphasizes accountability, high-quality care, and collaboration - creating a space where staff input is valued and true teamwork thrives.

Centra State Medical Center currently has an employment opportunity available for a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) on Neuroscience Unit 4 East. The Registered Nurse delivers culturally sensitive, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with ANA standards, the New Jersey Practice Act, Joint Commission requirements, and Centra State's policies and procedures. Utilizing the Nursing Process, the RN provides patient-centered care and evaluates outcomes through nurse-sensitive indicators.

Orientation includes successful completion of an IV course and CPR certification. Care is delivered through a multidisciplinary, patient-focused model that supports collaboration and clinical excellence.

• Provides considerate respectful care focused upon the patient's individual needs to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Affirms the patient's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Successfully completes life-span education as appropriate.
• Obtains a complete nursing history and baseline assessment that is systematic, consistent and continuous. This assessment is communicated effectively utilizing Hand-off policy and documented.
• Documents results of patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, care plan nursing interventions and evaluation and patient progress in medical record according to hospital/nursing policy and the Nursing.
• Standards of Care/Practice for the specific patient type.
• Appropriately analyzes patient information /assessment to determine nursing diagnosis and needs for appropriate nursing care, medical intervention or services of other clinical professionals.
• Identifies patient problems and formulates nursing diagnosis according to physical, psychological, spiritual/cultural and educational needs in conjunction with a multi disciplinary approach.
• Consistently includes patient and family in the development of an individualized plan of care.
• Administers medication as needed following CSHS policies and manufacturer's instructions.
• Takes immediate and appropriate actions in the event of a medication variance occurrence.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and/or emergency situations and takes immediate and appropriate actions.
• Participates in unit conferences to discuss quality issues and quality improvement strategies. Offers ideas to improve processes for patient safety.
• Delegates components of care to non-professional caregivers as appropriate. Follows up on any delegated components of care and assignments given.
• Makes decisions that demonstrate knowledge of nursing practice; utilizes sound nursing judgment in clinical and patient care management situations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills in the care of patients and in the coordination of care to assure the best patient outcomes.
• Follows CSHS Pain Assessment policy.
• Successfully functions as a Resource Nurse, making decisions in the absence of the Clinical Leader and/or the Nurse Manager.
• Supports cost containment through efficient use of equipment, supplies and other pertinent resources.
• Recognizes adverse reaction to medications and takes immediate and appropriate action.
• Evaluates the patient's needs for discharge and accesses appropriate resources for the patient and/or family.
• Consistently provides written and verbal education to patients and/or families.
• Successfully functions as a preceptor/mentor to students and new staff members.