Registered Nurse
Job in
Roxbury Township, Morris County, New Jersey, USA
Listing for:
Tender Care
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42 - 58 USD Hourly
USD
42.00
58.00
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Rate
Starting $50.00/hour (overtime rates apply)
Availability
Mon-Sun, 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am
Qualifications
Registered Nurse - Active License in New JerseyMust have a driver’s license valid in the state of New JerseyMust cooperate with Tender Care and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigationMust submit to a criminal background check, and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals servedMust agree to have name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental DisabilitiesMust complete an application to have name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI)All employees hired after 6/15/18 shall submit to drug testing prior to employmentAll employees shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for causeJob Summary
Competent Registered Nurse who delivers health services to individuals with disabilities who are experiencing mental and physical conditions. The Registered Nurse will utilize the nursing process documentation and communication skills to collaborate with physicians and other team members. Supervise provisions of consumer services. Provides nursing assessments and care plans to the agency consumers. Provides health education training as assigned, participates in planning and treatment planning meetings.
Perform direct care duties, and keep abreast with professional developments in nursing and related areas. Maintains an effective system of records and reports. Oversight of medical information, and medication training for clients and staff, as appropriate. Performs other duties as from time‑to‑time, be deemed appropriate by the supervisor.
Expectation for all Employees
Agency employees are expected to:
Maintain a good working relationship with individuals served, contract agencies, third party players, other social service provider personnel, families, staff and other stakeholders. In addition, staff members are expected to exercise good judgment and problem‑solving skills, function as liaisons to other agency programs, and in a professional manner.
Required
Skills and AbilitiesExperience in the supervision of those providing nursing careKnowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice and continually updates knowledge base.Able to multi‑task and switch priorities throughout the day.Excellent writing skills, and the ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.Must be able to lift/move the equivalent of 25-50 pounds when necessary to provide careExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals with disabilities, families, co‑workers, staff, supervisors, funding sources, and other social service agency personnelAbility to solve problems effectivelyThe ability to work independently with minimal supervisionEssential Responsibilities
Supervision of LPNs, or others providing nursing care to individualsProvides feedback, performance reviews, and assists with hiring of nursing staff.Assist with budget development for medical care clientsProvide medical training for all staff when needed.Other job duties as assignedMonitor the consumer’s use of medications through Medication Administration logs.Make referrals for needed medical services and confirming that follow-up care is renderedBenefits
- Paid Time Off
- Healthcare: medical, vision, dental
- Retirement: 401(k)
- Bonus incentives
- Career growth opportunities
Physical Requirements Mobility and ability to bend and reach during an eight‑hour day. Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Able to sit approximately 2-3 hours per shift, stand or work 6-8 hours per shift, and drive a company van 1-4 hours per shift. Has visual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate and treat a client's needs. Fine motor skills and legible and accurate writing of reports, daily correspondence and presentation either manually or orally.
Ability to work an eight-hour day.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is…
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