Details
Client Name: VA New Jersey Health Care System (East Orange)
Job Type: Local
Position Urgency Normal
Offering Nursing
Profession RN
Specialty MedSurg / Tele
Job ID 19403513
Shift Details
Shift 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Shifts Per Week 5
scheduledHrs_1 40.0
Job Order Details
Start Date 2026-11-30
End Date 2027-11-29
Duration 52 Week(s)
Float Required No
Call Required No
Job Description Future Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Unit (Med-Surg)
Full-Time | East Orange, NJ
Pay Range: $32-$45.50 per hour (adjust as needed)
Job Summary
EGA Associates is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for future opportunities supporting a Medical Surgical (Med-Surg) unit in East Orange, NJ. The RN will provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions, injuries, and post-operative needs. The RN is responsible for assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing care plans, administering medications and treatments, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
The ideal candidate is clinically skilled, patient-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Essential Functions
This section provides a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document findings accurately and timely.
- Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous therapies in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to providers and appropriate healthcare team members.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized patient care plans.
- Coordinate patient care with physicians, therapists, case managers, and ancillary departments.
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative nursing care as appropriate.
- Educate patients and family members regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and quality assurance standards.
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and changes in patient condition.
- Delegate appropriate tasks to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Nursing Assistants in accordance with scope of practice.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, patient care conferences, and unit-based initiatives.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any state.
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of recent Medical Surgical nursing experience preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of nursing principles, clinical practices, and standards of patient care.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of medication administration and IV therapy.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and quality outcomes.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Core Competencies
- Compassion and Empathy
- Clinical Excellence
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Accountability
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Dependability
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift, reposition, and assist patients in accordance with facility policies.
- Ability to push, pull, and maneuver medical equipment.
- Ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to work extended periods on feet in a fast-paced clinical environment.
About EGA Associates, LLC
EGA is a veteran-owned staff augmentation firm dedicated to providing professional healthcare staffing services and human capital management solutions to government and commercial clients nationwide.
Our mission is to excel through a provider-centric approach to staffing, establishing ourselves as the trusted human resource partner for our clients and staff alike. We are committed to earning our partners' respect through open communication, exceptional service, and transparency in all our operations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
EGA Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Benefits & Compensation
EGA offers a competitive pay rate and a robust benefits package. Our benefits package includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, 3 medical plan options, dental, vision, free basic term life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and 401(k) retirement savings plan. Benefits eligibility is dependent on job type and full-time status. Please inquire with a recruiter. Benefits eligibility is dependent upon employment status and assignment.
About EGA Associates, LLC
EGA is a veteran-owned staff augmentation firm dedicated to providing professional healthcare staffing services and human capital management solutions to government and commercial clients nationwide.
Our mission is to excel through a provider-centric approach to staffing, establishing ourselves as the trusted human resource partner for our clients and staff alike. We are committed to earning our partners' respect through open communication, exceptional service, and transparency in all our operations.
EEO Statement
EGA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion (including Executive Order 13899 protection against anti-Semitism), age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, transgender status, and sexual orientation), parental status (including limitations related to pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), political affiliation, citizenship status, genetic information (including family medical history, genetic testing and services, and genetic characteristics), disability (physical or mental), veteran status or military service history or status, or any other non-merit-based characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of EGA Associates, LLC to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.
This is an anticipated opportunity. EGA is currently identifying qualified candidates in support of potential future contracts. This position is contingent upon contract award, client approval, and candidate's successful completion of all applicable screening and credentialing requirements
Client Details
Address 385 Tremont Avenue
City East Orange
State NJ
EGA Associates, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
