Assistant Director Patient Care - MedSurg Unit III G5- Full Time Day

Job Description: Req #: 0000176520Category: Medical / Surgical NursingStatus: Full-TimeShift: DayFacility: Monmouth Medical CenterDepartment: Medical Surgical Unit lllLocation: Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Director of Patient Care for the Medical Surgical Department, at Monmouth Medical Center.Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.QualificationsRequired:ASN or Nursing Diploma5 years experience within MedSurg specialtyStrong communication and organizational skillsProficient computer skillsCertifications And Licenses RequiredBLS and ACLS certificationActive New Jersey Registered Nurse LicensePreferredBSN or must be completed within 5 years upon hireScheduling RequirementsDay Shift, 36 hours per weekEssential FunctionsThe Assistant Clinical Director provides nursing care in the acute care setting within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standardsAssists in directing and supervising all functions and activities in a patient care settingPerforms duties in any nursing capacity as neededAssures safety in practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs availableUtilizes the nursing process in all aspects of the provision of care, individualizing the plan of care to address a specific patients needsResponsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate personnel and for consistently setting and evaluatingExercises supervisory authority and independent judgment in assigning employee laborIs responsible for knowledge of the patient population served and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethicsAssures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs availableIs responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments -i.e., damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas- and medical errors, etc.Exercises supervisory authority and independent judgment in directing employee laborMakes recommendations regarding the ongoing performance evaluation of supervised staff and resulting actions -i,e, reward, discipline, discharge, etcInsure that Medical Surgical Unit G6 is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations,Benefits And PerksAt 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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary 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 EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer