Asst Director Patient Care Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Step Down Full Time Nights

RWJBarnabas Health•Newark, NJ

44d•Onsite

About The Position

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need. At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care. The Assistant Director of Patient Care role will assist the Director in overseeing all clinical operations in the unit. The Assistant Director will assist in managing the day-to-day clinical operations of the unit through oversight of all clinical staff and quality improvement, with the goal of cost-efficient, high-quality, value-driven care under the direction of the Director. Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of operations of the Department consisting of a group of clearly defined personnel. Assists in the direction of and participates in the Department's planning, budgeting, education and human resources activities. Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory governing bodies. Initiate programs to improve organizational performance to enhance provision of services. Ensures that quality, age-appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients in his/her nursing unit in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital. Participates in nursing quality assurance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing
New Jersey RN License
Cardiac or Telemetry experience required
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Strong communication and organizational skills
1-3 years relative clinical practice
BLS upon hire and ACLS within 6 months of start date
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nursing preferred
Minimum of 2 years of relevant management/leadership experience preferred
Relevant certification preferred (Med./Surg - Telemetry)
Goal and outcome oriented
Demonstrated Leadership experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Overseeing all clinical operations in the unit.
Managing the day-to-day clinical operations of the unit through oversight of all clinical staff and quality improvement
Planning, implementation and evaluation of operations of the Department consisting of a group of clearly defined personnel.
Direction of and participation in the Department's planning, budgeting, education and human resources activities.
Ensuring compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory governing bodies.
Initiating programs to improve organizational performance to enhance provision of services.
Ensuring that quality, age-appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients
Participating in nursing quality assurance.