RN, Operating Room

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department: Operating Room

Job Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Salary Range: $47.85 - $71.72 per hour

Pay Transparency: This reflects the expected hourly wage range for this role in New Jersey.

The compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Job Summary:

Our organization is in search of a committed Registered Nurse to join the Operating Room team at the Morris Cancer Center.

The OR RN is responsible for delivering thorough patient care throughout the perioperative phase. Key duties include ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures, preparing the operating room, managing surgical instruments, and collaborating with the surgical team. The OR RN will be part of a multidisciplinary team, adhering to the highest standards of patient safety, infection control, and professional ethics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in scrubbing and circulating across various OR specialties, including Robotics, Surgical Oncology, Plastics, Transplant, Neurology, Thoracic, Trauma, Cardiac, Vascular, ENT/Head and Neck, GYN, Urology, and Bariatrics.
• Engage in complex surgeries utilizing cutting-edge technology in our advanced surgical suites.
• Act as a vital member of the perioperative team and advocate for patients receiving anesthesia and/or sedation.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to uphold professional nursing standards in the perioperative environment.
• Participate in shared clinical decision-making processes.

This Role is Ideal for You If:

• You are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient care experience.
• You prioritize high-quality, patient-centered care.
• You are committed to continuous learning and maintaining high clinical standards.
• You are enthusiastic about leveraging new technologies and clinical advancements to enhance care.
• You thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• You treat everyone with kindness and respect, adhering to ethical practices.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Nursing Diploma.
• Active RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Prior operating room experience or completion of a perioperative 101 course is required.

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or completion within 5 years of hire.
• Certification as a Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR).

Certifications and Licenses:

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Active Registered Nurse License in New Jersey.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Evening shift, 40 hours per week, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.
• Availability for weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as needed.

Essential Functions:

• The Registered Nurse delivers care within the scope defined by the Nurse Practice Act and adheres to ethical standards as outlined by the ANA code of ethics.
• Ensures safety in practice and incorporates evidence-based principles, recognizing personal knowledge and experience while promoting the advancement of knowledge within the patient care team.
• Responsible for reporting safety concerns, including hazardous conditions and medical errors.
• Maintains knowledge of the patient population served.
• Supervises and directs task delegation to appropriate team members, collaborating with other care providers.
• Sets and evaluates priorities through appropriate interventions aimed at measurable outcomes.
• Utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of care and tailor the care plan to meet individual patient needs.

Benefits and Perks:

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a variety of benefits to support the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement Plans.
• Short & Long Term Disability.
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Programs.
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance).
• Discounts through various partners, including local sports teams and services.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, ensuring a top-tier work experience for every team member. We value the opportunity to foster healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system, we implement innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, enhancing health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize and respond to the evolving needs of residents, whether through improved coordination of complex health conditions or community health initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer