Director of Patient Care; RN) Post Intensive Care Unit-V; South

Job Title:

Director Patient Care

Location:

Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: PICU V

Req #:

Status:
Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $ - $ per year

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.

Located in Belleville, Clara Maass Medical Center is a facility of RWJBarnabas Health and provides a complete continuum of care to residents of northern New Jersey. With over 700 physicians and 2,100 employees, we offer advanced treatment for a wide variety of medical conditions. Our facility includes centers for advanced wound care, sleep disorders, bariatrics, orthopedics cardiac services, cancer care, emergency services, and more.

In 2017, the Medical Center completed a state-of-the-art campus expansion featuring a new four-story 87,000 square foot building with a private, 32-bed Intensive Care Unit, new Main Entrance and Lobby, Retail Pharmacy, Patient Registration Area and newly expanded Emergency Department.

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Director of Patient Care (RN) is responsible for the Post Intensive Care Unit-V (6 South) Neuro/Stroke Unit and provides 24-hour accountability for patient care delivery for the unit. This Director role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Director, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization with supportive and empowering leadership qualities.

The candidate should share in the mission, vision and values of the RWJBarnabas Health family. Participates in department and hospital wide Patient Safety and Quality committees. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every employee is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Ensures that quality age-appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients on his/her nursing unit 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 for staff
• Ensures that Patient s perception of care and experience are maintained at a high standard according to the organizational goals, by consistently following the organization s outlined prescriptive plan
• Evaluates staff performance in accordance with organizational policies
• Develops, implements and maintains unit budget
• Participates in nursing quality assurance
• Maintains unit administration including scheduling and maintains supplies and equipment
• Uses and understands 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
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care

• Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning

• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression

• Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities

• Supports the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of the Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as…