Staff Nurse (RN)

apartment Rutgers University location_onNew Brunswick, NJ, US

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Staff Nurse for the division of Plastic Surgery at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Rutgers Health–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Staff Nurse, in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team, provides focused, technical nursing care to clinical and office operations. In accordance with professional nursing standards, the Staff Nurse skillfully administers total patient care based on the individualized needs of assigned patients and families.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Provides and documents nursing care within the scope of practice for plastic surgery patients via face-to-face and telephone encounters; provides input to the plan of care by communicating information pertinent to the patient’s status to the physician and other members of the healthcare team as appropriate and in a timely manner. Leads other health team members to ensure proper implementation of patient care and procedures.
Reviews patient charts prior to office visits and pre-/post-procedures for essential paperwork and test results. Reviews results with physicians and communicates to patients.
Assists physicians and physician associates when needed during scheduled office hours, including preparation and assistance with minor procedures and tissue expander fills. Chaperones physicians when necessary and ensures proper patient flow. Anticipates physician needs and obtains proper supplies/instruments. Ensures all procedures are performed based on established standards; demonstrates competency in performing all procedures within scope of practice.
Educates patients/significant others about health/illness state and plan of care. Instructs patients on proper wound care and addresses any questions they may have.
Maintains clinical supplies and equipment, specifically specialty supplies. Aids in obtaining specialty supplies and maintaining minor procedure instrument sets.

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