Local Contract Nurse Level I RN - Clinic
clinton, NJ
APN Healthcare Services Inc
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings
Referral Bonus

1. Equipment to be used by the temporary staffing professional(s): Staff should provide their own stethoscope and penlight

2. Computer software to be used: Windows OS 

HDC does not have QuickMAR or electronic charting – MARs, TARs, charting, and all other documentation is on paper

3.Interview Mode:In person 

4.Knowledge, skills, education, and/or experience:At least 1 year working as a licensed professional or registered nurse, administering medications and treatments as well as attending to other nurse duties for client health and well-being

5.Mandatory skills/certification(s) Requirement:   Current and unencumbered LPN or RN licensure valid in the State of New Jersey. Must possess the ability to physically lift, move, and position clients as needed.

6.Desired skills: Strong focused observation (LPN) or assessment (RN) skills.  Strong communication and documentation skills. Knowledge/experience with the physical, mental, and emotional needs of individuals with intellectually/developmental disabilities, psychiatric issues, and/or geriatric care.   Experience with respiratory equipment and enteral feeding a plus.

7.Job Duties To the extent/scope of licensure, general nurse job duties include: 
Transcribe and carry out physician orders for medications and treatments (PO, injection, via gastric tube, and external). Order/reorder medication and treatment items as needed. Complete count of inventory of controlled drugs at change of shift. Assist in physical examination of clients, obtain vital signs and specimens, educate clients/staff on medications and other health/care matters as needed. Administer first aid.  Manage/assist with set-up and use of equipment including but not limited to: enteral feedings, respiratory treatments, oxygen, suctioning, Foley catheters, colostomies, abdominal binders, and braces.    Complete all required documentation, including charting, maintaining accurate medical records. May participate in other routine duties such as feeding, bathing, dressing, lifting, transferring, and repositioning clients. Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

8.Job responsibilities in Brief        
Provide nurse care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a residential facility, including but not limited to medications, treatments, and all required documentation.