Careers at Bergen Regional Medical Center

Nursing Opportunities - Work with colleagues as exhilarated by their work as you are!

To you, nothing is more rewarding than the chance to work in a stimulating environment where your high standards are the norm and your quest to find new solutions is shared and appreciated.

That's what you'll find at Bergen Regional Medical Center. Located on 65 acres in Paramus, NJ, we provide a comprehensive set of quality services including Acute Care, Behavioral Health Care and Long-Term Care to the Bergen County community. We are also a safety net provider for the mentally impaired, elderly, uninsured or underinsured for the State of New Jersey.

We currently have the following exciting opportunities for Registered Nurses and an Occupational Therapist:

• Assistant Directors of Nursing – Behavioral Health – Part Time and Per Diem Responsible for the clinical and operational management of the division (off shift and weekend) ensuring that standards of practice for nursing and patient care are maintained; participates in developing departmental plans and programs as required; collects and provides data on unit activities, QA issues, oversees and provides evaluations to float staff as assigned, etc. as required.
  
  Masters degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred. Current NJ licensure as RN required. American Heart BLS required. IV certification required. Certification in the Specialty preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience required. Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing experience required. Current membership in appropriate professional organizations.

• Assistant Directors of Nursing – Acute – Part Time and Per Diem Responsible for the clinical and operational management of a specific Nursing division, ensuring that standards of practice for nursing and patient care are maintained; participates in developing departmental plans and programs as required; collects and provides data on unit activities, QA issues, and staff inservices, as required.

  Current NJ licensure as RN required. BLS/ACLS required. IV Certification required. At least one year Med/Surg and Critical experience. One year management experience.

• Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem - WeekendsThe acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP) renders medical care to acutely ill patients within the hospital setting. The ACNP is responsible for assessment of the patients and, in conjunction with the physician, provides medical and nursing care for each identified patient. The nursing process will be utilized (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and teaching) in providing care. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interpretation of information is required to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

  Graduation from an approved Nurse Practitioner program. Current NJ licensure and certification as a Nurse Practitioner. 2 years of related clinical nursing experience preferred.

• Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Rehabilitation ServicesWorks as a part of a team in an outpatient rehabilitation setting specializing in treating upper extremity conditions ie. post-surgical rehab, workers compensation injuries, and various orthopedic conditions. Evaluates and treats physician-referred patients by organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs. Evaluates physical or psychiatric dysfunction. Plans and implements specific treatment programs. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team. Facilitates the learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, and to promote and maintain health. 

  Minimum of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy. Licensed in New Jersey as an Occupational Therapist. Minimum of Heart Saver Certification required.

• Emergency Room RNs: Under the general supervision of the ER Director or Assistant Director of Nursing, provides direct nursing care to patients.
  
  Requirements include graduation from an accredited school of Nursing with a BSN Degree preferred. Current NJ RN license required; at least one year of Emergency Department experience preferred. BCLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS certification required within 1 year of employment; TNCC and PALS certifications preferred. Must also demonstrate competence in all Emergency Nursing Procedures, 12 Lead EKG/Cardiac Dysrhythmia Interpretations and good oral and written communication skills. Knowledge and experience with psychiatric patients preferred.
  
  
• Critical Care RNs: Responsible for the total nursing care of assigned critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Units. Collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and other health team members to formulate a plan of care and performs all duties of the staff nurse.
  
  Requirements include graduation from an accredited school of Nursing; NJ RN license; BSN preferred. At least one year of Critical Care experience is essential along with current BLS, ACLS and IV certification. Successful completion of both in-house Intensive Care Orientation Program and in-house EKG course required.
  
  
• Acute Med/Surg RNs: Responsible for the total nursing care of Acute Medical/Surgical patients including assessment, treatment, observation and documentation. Providing comprehensive patient care also involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and orienting patients and families.
  
  Requirements include graduation from an accredited school of Nursing, NJ RN licensure and BLS and IV certifications, with 1 year of Medical/Surgical experience preferred. * New Grads welcome to apply.
  

To apply, please send your resume to: BRMC Human Resources Dept. or fax resume indicating desired position to: 201-967-4109. BRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.