Registered Nurse - Monroe (Part time) #2018

As a Registered Nurse at Monroe, you'll be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care tailored to the individual needs of residents. This includes medication supervision, health monitoring, assessing physical and mental capacity, and developing individualized care plans. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that residents receive compassionate and effective care in a warm, homelike environment.

To be considered for the Registered Nurse position at Monroe, you must hold a current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey. A BSN from an accredited institution is preferred, along with IV certification and current CPR certification. Also, experience in a long-term care setting, particularly with medication management, is highly regarded.

The part-time Registered Nurse position at Monroe involves working three nights per week from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, including every other weekend. This schedule allows for a balance between work and personal commitments while providing essential care to our residents during nighttime hours.

At Monroe, we offer an attractive benefits package for Registered Nurses, including optional medical, dental, and vision plans, 15 paid days off, and a pension plan. You will also be eligible for an annual holiday bonus and enjoy a complimentary meal for every shift worked, reinforcing our commitment to your well-being.

Monroe is dedicated to supporting the professional growth of our Registered Nurses. We encourage ongoing education and provide resources that may include access to courses, training sessions, and workshops to keep your skills sharp and compliant with the latest nursing standards. We believe that investing in your education not only benefits you but also enhances the quality of care we provide to our residents.

Share your personal passion for nursing, emphasizing the motivations behind your decision, such as wanting to help others or experiencing a meaningful moment in healthcare. Show how this position aligns with your values and career goals.

Discuss your problem-solving skills and emotional intelligence. Provide an example where you navigated a difficult situation, focusing on active listening, empathy, and collaboration in resolving conflicts.

Highlight your experience in assessing individual patient needs and how you collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create tailored care plans. Be specific about the methodologies or frameworks you follow.

Mention your commitment to continuous education, such as attending workshops, pursuing certifications, reading nursing journals, or participating in professional organizations to ensure you remain informed of the latest best practices.

Provide details about your experience with passing medications safely. Discuss your knowledge of relevant protocols, experiences in a long-term care setting, and how you ensure patient safety and compliance.

Explain your prioritization and time management strategies. Talk about how you assess the needs of your patients quickly and delegate tasks when necessary while maintaining high-quality care.

Explain your philosophy of including both patients and their families in care discussions. Share techniques to simplify medical information and invite family questions to involve them in the care process actively.

Provide a compelling example when you went above and beyond for a patient’s needs. Focus on both the emotional aspects and the evidence-based practice involved in your advocacy.

Discuss how integral teamwork is to effective patient care. Share past experiences demonstrating your ability to collaborate, communicate, and support multidisciplinary team efforts.

Share your techniques for managing stress, such as mindfulness or time management skills. Highlight your ability to stay focused and calm in emergencies while ensuring that patient care is never compromised.