Assistant Director of Patient Care, Post Intensive Care Unit-II

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Director of Patient Care for our Post Intensive Care Unit-II at our New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BSN
• At least 1-3 years relative clinical practice
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and presentation skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• BSN exception may be made if candidate meets other requirements and is actively pursuing a bachelor s degree; the completion of the degree is expected within 5 years of acceptance of the position.
• MSN
• National certification for clinical specialty
• At least 5 years of RN experience
• Previous leadership experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS and ACLS Certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Monday Friday, some weekend commitment and holiday rotation
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Facilitates the safe and effective functioning of the unit as demonstrated by: interviewing and hiring unlicensed personnel. Interviewing and hiring licensed personnel in collaboration with Nursing Director
• Facilitates the orientation process for new employees as demonstrated by: Making assignments that maintain preceptor-orientee relationship
• Working with the preceptor-orientee to solve any problems
• Ensuring that orientees complete the unit-based orientation within an appropriate individualized time frame
• Contributes to the professional growth and development of staff by: Continuously assessing patient care to evaluate staff knowledge and patterns of performance
• Counseling staff on identified areas for improvement
• Evaluating the staff performance as demonstrated by the completion of the performance evaluation in a timely manner
• Counseling and implementing appropriate disciplinary action
• Planning/coordinating unit based education programs as identified by unit needs
• Considers staff participation in safety/quality initiatives when completing employee performance appraisals

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer