Nursing Jobs in Spring Lake, NJ
$107,250 - $182,330 / year
Overview CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace. CentraState Medical Center currently has an employment opportunity available for a Clinical Leader (Assistant Nurse Manager) in the Observation Unit. This role facilitates culturally sensitive patient care from pre-admission through post-discharge by managing, coordinating, and monitoring resources to achieve optimal clinical and financial outcomes, resource utilization, and quality service. The Clinical Leader assists the Nurse Manager in planning, directing, and supervising the overall operation of the assigned nursing unit on a 24-hour basis. Serving as a clinical resource and educator to unit and department staff in their area of expertise, the Clinical Leader works within the department and as part of CentraState’s management team to implement patient care and service goals established by senior leadership. Clinical decisions are grounded in evidence-based nursing practice to achieve desirable outcomes. Care is delivered using a patient-focused model supported by a multidisciplinary approach. Responsibilities Assists the Department Head in the continuing effort made by the department to improve the quality of patient care and services. Provides considerate respectful care focused upon the patients' individual needs. Affirms the patient's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted by law. Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the patients cared for. Demonstrates an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the patients cared for. Successfully completes life-span education as appropriate. Successfully completes life-span education as appropriate. Obtains a complete nursing history and baseline assessment that is systematic, consistent, and continuous. This assessment is communicated effectively and documented. Appropriately analyzes health status data to determine nursing diagnosis and needs for appropriate nursing care, medical intervention or services of other clinical professionals. Identifies patient problems and formulates nursing diagnosis according to physical, psychological, spiritual/cultural and educational needs in conjunction with a multi disciplinary approach. Consistently includes patient and family in the development of an individualized plan of care. Administers medications as needed following CSHS policies and manufacturer's instructions. Takes immediate and appropriate actions in the event of a medication variance occurrence. Attends and participates in the multi-disciplinary discharge planning meetings and identifies the need for further services following discharge. Provides appropriate education based upon teaching plan. Conducts unit based education programs on a routine basis in collaboration with professional development. Meets standards for documentation regarding patient education. Documents results of patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, care plan nursing interventions and evaluation and patient progress in Medical Records, Nursing Standards of Care/Practice for the specific patient type. Recognizes changes in patient condition and/or emergencies situations and takes immediate and appropriate actions. Delegates components of care to non-professional caregivers as appropriate and evalutates outcomes. Makes decisions that demonstrate knowledge of nursing practice. Utilizes sound nursing judgment in clinical and patient care management situations. Demonstrates critical thinking skills in the care of patients and in the coordination of care to assure the achievement of maximum outcome. Develops new clinical pathways, monitors patient progress on current clinical pathways, reviews variances with Patient Care Reviewers, reviews variances from Quality Management with the Director/Nurse Manager and staff and reports to Nursing Quality Council. Follows the clinical progress of all patients. Participates in the development of unit protocols as needed. Conducts unit conferences to discuss quality issues and quality improvement strategies. Quality Referrals - unit based, follows up on nursing referrals, investigates problem, develops action plan, reviews with Nurse Manager, responds to Quality Management in writing, implements action plan. Follows up on patient complaints or concerns and keeps Director/Nurse Manager informed. Provides or coordinates at a minimum, 1 formal in-service per year to address unit specific needs. Monitors appropriate usage of speciality and Zonaire beds. Consistently adheres to hospital policy regarding the insertion, maintenance and removal of foley catheters, if applicable. Able to verbalize and demonstrate proper rationale and techniques surrounding all aspects of indwelling urinary catheter care as per policy # 4668. Fulfills the requirements for competencies and completion of annual mandatories surrounding indwelling urinary catheters. Takes a patient assignment when necessary. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required. Masters’ degree in Nursing required or must obtain within 3 years from date of hire (or internal transfer) as a condition of employment. A minimum of two years of nursing experience required. Supervisory experience preferred. Current NJ RN License required. CPR Certification required. Certification in specialty area preferred. Completion of the specialty specific pharmacology test is required. Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills. About Us CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well. Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy. CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years. Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more. Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family! CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. What We Offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution PTO Tuition Reimbursement Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives Continuing Education / Onsite Training A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits Magnet recognized healthcare facility Compensation Range: $107,250.00 - $182,330.00 annually The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range. Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable. The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time. CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws. We're looking for a driving CHHA / HHA who has their own vehicle for a delightful client. A fantastic opportunity for a Live-In Caregiver to earn money and save money while living in the client's home (Client provides room & food) CHHA / HHA urgently needed to join our growing team. All shifts are available. Flexible schedule for experienced caregivers. At Amada Senior Care of North Central New Jersey, we offer the following: 1. Competitive Salary 2. Healthcare Benefits 3. 401K Retirement Plan 4. Early Paycheck Access Directly to Your Bank Account via the Tapcheck App Job Requirements Must be a CHHA / HHA (Certified Home Health Aide) in New Jersey (License Must Be Current) Ability to pass a background Have current TB Clearance or the ability to pass the Two-Stage Test 
