Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit

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📍 Camden, NJ, USOTHER

About this role

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Registered RN is a professional caregiver, who as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. They supervise and provide care to these patients utilizing the nursing process, including the therapeutic use of self.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Follows established policies and procedures.

Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors.

Provides excellent customer service, interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians.

Applies Cooper's core values.

Performs Other duties as required.

Overview

The Trauma Step-Down Unit (TSDU) is a 9-bed intermediate critical care unit specializing in the care of traumatically injured patients. Patients with serious but less critical injuries can be admitted to the TSDU directly from the ED or the Ross Trauma Admitting Area. Patients usually cared for in this area include those with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, rib fractures and lung injuries, as well as diverse orthopedic injuries requiring frequent monitoring and care. Patients may also be transferred to the TSDU from the Trauma/Surgical ICU when their clinical condition has improved but close monitoring or ventilator support is still required. The unit is staffed with registered nurses, critical care technicians, trauma surgery nurse practitioners and resident physicians. Staff also work closely with respiratory therapy and specialized surgical groups such as orthopedics and neurosurgery. Nurses and critical care technicians working in this area receive education specific to the care of the trauma patient.

Experience Required

A minimum of one year or more of RN acute care experience in an inpatient setting is preferred

Education Requirements

Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing.

License/Certification Requirements

Current NJ-RN License (Registered Nurse).

Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support)

Certain specialties may require advanced certification (i.e., ACLS, NALS, PALS).

Salary Min ($)

USD $48.72

Salary Max ($)

USD $73.64

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Where is the Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit position at cooperhealth located?
This Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit role at cooperhealth is based in Camden, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit role at cooperhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit role in the RNs department at cooperhealth.
Which team or department does the Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit at cooperhealth belong to?
This Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit position is part of the RNs department at cooperhealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit job at cooperhealth posted?
This Registered Nurse PRN II - Trauma Step Down Unit position at cooperhealth was posted on Jun 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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