Nurse Manager TURehab​/Substance Abuse

Responsibilities

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126‑bed private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited by the Joint Commission, has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent residents of northeastern USA since 1902. Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

This is a full‑time position for a Nurse Manager on our TU2 – Rehab Unit. The role is five days a week, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Under the supervision of the CNO, the Nurse Manager will be responsible for the management of patient care to ensure optimum quality patient care is provided by nursing staff on a 24‑hour basis.

• Monitors the delivery of patient care.
• Collaborates with Medical Staff and Department Managers to ensure the needs of the total service are met.
• Fosters and promotes open communications and assists in the assessment of potential new patient referrals.
• When the Patient Advocate is unavailable, facilitates resolution of complaints or grievances/requests by patients and visitors in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible and accountable for making decisions related to the structure, coordination and resources required to deliver cost‑effective professional nursing care 24 hours per day.
• Engages in performance improvement activities that support the overall efficiency of the nursing department.
• Participates in the hiring, promotion, discipline and evaluation of unit staff, as well as the orientation of new staff to the unit and ongoing educational development of unit staff.
• 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.

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• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
• Health Stream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi student loan refinancing program

• Licensed in the state of New Jersey as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of three years of hospital‑based nursing.
• Minimum of two years experience in psychiatric nursing required.
• BSN or BS in a related health field. Will consider applicants actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree with employment experience.
• Past experience should include supervising staff.
• ANCC certification in the field of mental health and psychiatric nursing preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, direct and monitor others’ activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrates progressive roles in nursing leadership.

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Tomika Enzor, HR Manager at

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and families during vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.

Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager‑in‑training programs and nursing executive track. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as an RN with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes from your…