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RWJBarnabas Health Nursing Director (Pediatrics) - Long Term Care - Toms River, NJ in Toms River, New Jersey
Nursing Director (Pediatrics) - Long Term Care - Toms River, NJReq #:46927
Category:Nursing
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department:Long Term Care
Location:
Toms River 94 Stevens (TR94), 94 Stevens Rd., Toms River, NJ 08755
Job Overview:
Responsible for the quality of nursing care, the management of personnel and management systems on a specified nursing unit on a 24-hour basis.
Qualifications:
Required:
Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
NJ RN License
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Three years of nursing experience
Evidence of leadership ability
Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or eligible.If not certified at hire, expectation to receive certification within one year of hire
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
NJ RN License
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Scheduling Requirements:
Full Time
40 hours/week
Essential Functions:
Meets expectations of department staff positions as required to meet customer expectations
Supports staff and encourages in them a sense of ownership of their work processes
Provides staff the opportunity to provide feedback regarding department and hospital operations
Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance
Creates an environment that enables the department to fulfill its mission and meet or exceed its goals
Responsible for the operation of their department, and for the measurement, assessment, and continuous improvement of the department s performance
All department services are organized, directed, and staffed in keeping with the scope of services offered
Ensures that adequate staff, space, equipment, and other resources are available to provide the department s services
Develops and administers department budgets according to hospital guidelines
Coordinates the development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services to meet customer expectations
Maximizes potential of self and subordinates by supporting professional growth and conducting training and orientation sessions
Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with colleagues as well as external contacts
Promotes Patient Safety and safe work practices
Provides direction to all professional nursing personnel and ancillary personnel rendering patient care on the nursing unit
Continual contact with patients, families, medical staff, nursing and hospital personnel
Frequent contact with volunteers, student affiliates and persons outside the hospital
Other Duties:
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 anytime with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
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 in 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.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
