Clinical Leader

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Patient Care is a Registered Professional Nurse with broad knowledge and skills who acts as a clinical leader in the daily functioning of the unit and oversight of quality patient care delivery, in conjunction with or in the absence of the unit-based director of patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the delivery of clinical services by managing clinical and support staff.
• Responsible and accountable for daily operations to achieve best practice and organizational objectives.
• Implementation of the nursing and hospital strategic plan and standards of care and practice in accordance with regulatory requirements within the unit.
• In conjunction with the director of patient care, develops, coordinates, integrates and oversees inter-disciplinary programs, monitors performance standards and existing practices, and development of new processes to improve organizational performance and staff competence.
• Has strong knowledge of performance improvement and will manage/coordinate the activities of the Nursing Team to ensure patient care is provided in accordance with established standards and regulatory requirements.
• Works collaboratively with nursing educators to enhance professional development of nursing staff.
• Evaluates staff performance and mentors, coaches, counsels and disciplines direct and indirect reports as needed.
• Provides administrative and clinical oversight to ensure that all activity staffing, support services, interdisciplinary collaboration, resources and financial viability supports the goals of the organization.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to promote patient care and regulatory standards.
• Maintains a nursing unit in compliance with all regulatory agency mandates, including the regulations of NJ DOH all sites and The Joint Commission excludes LTC.
• Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information.

Requirements:

• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• NJ RN License.
• AHA BLS Provider Certification.
• Three to Five 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's of Science in Nursing degree.
• Pediatric nursing experience.

Benefits and Perks:

• 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.