Hospital RN

Overview

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. We aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed minimum pay reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Minimum Pay: $43.90

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospital at Home team in New Jersey. This role is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care in patients' homes, promoting wellness, managing chronic illnesses, and ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations for the Hospital at Home program. The focus of care is one that enhances functional capacity, encourages autonomy in all aspects of care, and encourages patients, caregivers and family involvement in achieving healthcare goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Must have applied for second out-of-state RN license (NJ or PA) or NJ Multi-State license within three months from date of hire.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical RN experience (hospital, long-term care, or home health). Certification(s) in Wound Care, IV Therapy, or Home Health Nursing preferred.

Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Driver's License, Registered Nurse – NJ or Registered Nurse – NLC multi-state

Knowledge and

Skills:

Proficient in use of EMR systems and EMR documentation.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:

Reporting Relationships: Does this position formally supervise employees? No

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, at appropriate intervals and status changes, with each participant and caregiver in compliance with NJ Board of Nursing standards.
• Develops, implements, and revises individualized care plans.
• Provides skilled nursing care such as: wound care, IV therapy, medication administration, disease education and health coaching.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team including physicians, therapists, and social workers.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Educates patients and caregivers on diagnoses, medications, and preventive health measures to develop a comprehensive plan of care to promote optimum health and progress towards self care.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and clinical case conferences.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards regarding infection control practices.
• Possesses a full understanding of fire, emergency and safety procedures. Maintains a full understanding of the hazards and safety of oxygen being used by the residents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Frequent physical demands include standing, walking, carrying objects, push/pull, twisting, bending, wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor activities, keyboard use/repetitive motion, taste or smell, talking or hearing. Occasional demands include sitting, climbing, reaching forward, reaching overhead, squatting/kneeling/crawling. Continuous demands include lifting from floor to waist 25 lbs and lifting waist level and above 25 lbs. Sensory requirements include accurate near/far vision, color discrimination, depth perception, and hearing.

Anticipated occupational exposure risks include blood borne pathogens, chemical exposure, airborne communicable disease, and dust/particulate matter.

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health requires all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

"Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft."

For benefit eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, we provide a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO plan, overtime to eligible roles, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and…