Long Term Acute Care (RN)
Atlantic City, NJ
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Night Shift)

Job Overview

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission to develop individualized care plans.
• Identify patient teaching needs and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide timely patient information for initial and weekly team conferences.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly.
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs and provide direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Initiate discharge planning and patient teaching from the day of admission.
• Communicate changes in patient status to care providers to ensure continuity and safety.
• Provide direction, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel.
• Ensure personal and environmental safety according to hospital policies.
• Contribute positively to unit functioning and participate in team-building activities.
• Maintain communication with management regarding supplies, equipment, and training needs.
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities after orientation, as requested.
• Pursue professional growth through continuing education and self-study.
• Prioritize activities and manage time and staff effectively to meet patient needs.

Required Skills and Certifications

• BLS Certification (required prior to first shift)
• ACLS Certification (required prior to first shift for CIRH only)
• Minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience (highly desired)

Work Environment and Values

• Commitment to patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, infection control, and hazard reporting.
• Adherence to hospital guidelines on personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Emphasis on teamwork, resourcefulness, and achieving quality patient outcomes.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years bedside clinical experience preferred.
• Prior Travel Experience: Not specified / not required.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs who are committed to quality patient care and safety, and who thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.