A five-time Magnet®-recognized health system for nursing excellence, Capital Health is the region’s leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Comprised of two hospitals (our Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell), our Hamilton outpatient facility, and various primary and specialty care practices across the region, Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by DNV GL - Healthcare.
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Delivers quality care to patients through a team effort in working with others through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.
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Assures patient safety by executing appropriate policies.
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Uses considerable judgment in providing a wide variety of services.
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Works with other healthcare professionals, including case managers, to optimize patient outcomes and customer satisfaction.
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Educates patients and the public about various medical conditions.
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Treats patients and helps in their rehabilitation; and provides advice and emotional support to patients' families.
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Formulates and documents a discharge plan that maximizes the patient's ability to continue with meaningful life activities. Confers with treatment team regarding special needs of patient and family upon discharge.