Registered Nurse- Nights - RN LTC

Voorhees Pediatric Facility Registered Nurse

Voorhees Pediatric Facility provides a nurturing and home-like atmosphere filled with attentive and dedicated staff. All staff will work collaboratively to support residents with significant medical complexities and potential cognitive impairments. The Registered Nurse will support holistic care to a medically-fragile community of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. Under the direction and supervision of a registered professional nurse, administers nursing care to designated patients as defined by the Department of Nursing policies and procedures, the Nurse Practice Act of the State of New Jersey, and as contained in this job description.

Must be able to provide the care needed as described in the facility's policies and procedures.

Schedule:

Full-Time; 3 x 12 hour shifts, 36 hours/week. Day and night shifts available, night shift eligible for a $1.00 shift differential.

Compensation:
Day Rate - $44.93/hour;
Night Rate - $47.72/hour, plus an additional $1.00 shift differential. $3,500 Sign on Bonus.

Daily tasks will include:
Providing care for children, adolescents and young adults in a Long Term Care environment;
Administering medications safely and accurately in accordance with physician's orders;
Updating Plan of Care and other pertinent documentation as necessary and to the Dept. Of Health standards. Ensuring residents are ready for scheduled therapies, recreation, school pick-up, dining, etc.;
Communicating effectively with nursing staff and families.

Position Requirements:
Current NJ RN Licensure;
Current/Active CPR Certification (only AHA or ARC are accepted; certification must include cognitive and skills training);
One year of pediatric experience preferred but will consider other specialties.

Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively;
Timekeeping Skills;
Strong Attention to Detail;
Ability to manage demands of multiple residents with prompt attention and care.

Benefits:
Medical Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage;
Medical "Opt-out" Stipend; 401(K) retirement program with employer match;
Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Personal Benefits:
Paid Time Off;
Short and Long Term Disability Plans;
Hospital Indemnity;
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance;
Dependent Care Account;
Employee Assistance Program.

Why Work for Us:
Voorhees Pediatric Facility is a Nationally recognized Pediatric Specialty Care center for Medically Fragile Children, Adolescents and Young Adults. Our Mission is to advance the full life potential of medically fragile children by providing excellent holistic care in a supportive environment. Our facility offers 119 in-patient beds and the largest freestanding pediatric ventilator program in the country. Additionally, VPF has expanded to include The Bancroft School at Voorhees Pediatric Facility, Voorhees Pediatric Facility Medical Daycare, and Voorhees Pediatric Rehabilitation Services.

VPF continues to be recognized as a leader in pediatric healthcare, and in 2013 VPF received the highest accreditation awarded by The Joint Commission.