Nurse Manager (RN)

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)•Chester, NJ

2d•$108,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Requirements

Valid State RN License required
Three to five years experience including supervisory experience required
BSN or enrollment in BSN program required
Certified BLS before hire date required
Certified ACLS or completion in first 6 months of employment required

Nice To Haves

CRRN required after meeting eligibility requirements
Clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Report to the Chief Nursing Officer and, working alongside nurses, direct assigned nursing personnel, serving as a resource person and consultant to ensure the plan of care for the patient population.
Possess a specialized knowledge base and skills to facilitate patient treatment and staff development.
Provide and oversee patient care, implementing hospital and department philosophy and objectives.
Provide leadership during times of crisis to assure continuity of care and a productive work environment.
Maintain approved standards of patient care, collaborating with appropriate persons for continuity of care under the guidance of the Chief Nursing Officer.
Communicate clinical issues, as they relate to service or program development, to the CNO.
Promote clinical development, competency, and expertise in staff to maximize patient outcomes.
Evaluate the performance of professional and non-licensed nursing personnel.
Cooperate in interviewing prospective staff.
Assure that all staff are accountable for documenting care provided, patient family teaching, and discharge planning for patients to which they are assigned.
Contribute to the smooth functioning of the unit by providing direction to staff, other departments, and families as needed.