Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Neonatal ICU

Req #: 0000221490

Status: Salaried

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $124,414.00 - $159,263.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located— in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BSN
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer Skills

Preferred:

• National Certification preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
• NRP and STABLE certification within 3 months of hire and maintenance every two years are required
• BLS from the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night Shift 7p-7a
• Monday – Friday with weekend and holiday rotations
• Full Time 40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

• Assists Nurse Manager with ensuring that quality nursing care is delivered to all patients and his/her nursing units in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital
• Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education
• Provides input into evaluation of staff performance in accordance with organization policies
• Participates in nursing Quality Improvement
• Assists with unit administration, including scheduling, payroll and maintenance of supplies and equipment
• Maintains and role models clinical skills necessary to provide care to patients
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care
• Ensure that [unit/department/division] is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations
• Ensure that [unit/department/division] is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations

Other Duties:

• Directs patient care in a manner that promotes the highest standards of care
• Evaluates the quality of nursing care delivered by nursing staff by reviewing plans for care and teaching protocols, assessing patient and interviewing
• Identifies problems and/or areas requiring improvements
• Ensures patient satisfaction as evidenced by Press Ganey scores in response to patient questionnaires
• Resolve problems involving staff, patients, families, physicians and other hospital departments
• Communicates effectively and seeks direction in a timely and appropriate manner
• Serves on inter and intradepartmental committees and special task forces; In collaboration with Nurse Manager ensures that state, JCAHO and federal requirements are completed and documented in an appropriate and timely manner
• In collaboration with Nurse Manager develops unit goals in accordance with departmental goals and plans change to improve patient care
• Effectively manage the day to day operations of the unit
• Assists with unit staff schedules; on a daily basis, identifies the number and level of personnel required to provide patient care based on patient needs and individual needs and individual skill levels, and adjusts staffing and assignments appropriately
• Assesses the physical environment of the unit for cleanliness and safety hazards, and responds appropriately to effect a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, personnel and the public; evaluates equipment and supplies, and monitors for quality and effectiveness
• Reviews work in progress to ensure that treatments, medications, tests and procedures will be completed in a timely manner
• Participates in the interdisciplinary planning for patient care, including discharge planning
• Collaborates with Nurse Manager to monitor unit budgets
• Maintains Clinical Competencies Necessary for the Provision of Care and Staff Professional Development
• Serves as a resource for nursing staff; maintains clinical skills, develops management skills
• In collaborating with Nurse Manager, evaluates the performance and competency of all nursing staff on an ongoing basis
• Collaborates with Nurse Manager and Human Resources in the interpretation and implementation of labor contracts; interview and hires employees, extends probation, recommends promotions, approves transfers and terminates in consultation with Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer