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Rutgers University

Nurse Manager

Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States,


Position DetailsRecruitment/Posting Title:

Nurse Manager

Job Category:

Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing

Department:

UBHC-P-VICE PRES & CEO-PISC

OverviewRutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey.

Posting SummaryRutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Addiction Services – Rutgers Center for Recovery & Wellbeing Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Nurse Manager is to direct, plan, analyze, evaluate, and coordinate nursing services within Addiction Services. Ensures the provision of quality care. Interprets policies and regulations to ensure regulatory compliance.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Responsible for managing the nursing staff of the addiction units and assuring that the daily tasks of the nursing staff are carried out in accordance with UBHC’s policies and in compliance with state regulations, federal regulations, and The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation standards.

Provides administrative oversight of the facility’s nursing services, and where appropriate, directly supervises the facility’s nursing staff.

Assists the Director, Outpatient Nursing Services in developing and maintaining written objectives, policies and procedures related to nursing services, developing an organization plan, and developing a quality assurance program for nursing services.

Conducts meetings with nursing leadership and other members of the healthcare team to develop and communicate nursing goals and objectives.

Recommends to the facility’s management team program design, budget and assignment of nursing staff to meet the needs of Addiction Services.

Interprets regulations and standards and communicates nursing philosophy and objectives to nursing staff.

Interacts with individuals served, their families, and clinical teams to promote individualized, person-centered, and recovery-oriented treatment.

Position Status:

Full Time

Hours Per Week:

40

Daily Work Shift:

Day

Work Arrangement:

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA:

Exempt

Grade:

05S

Position Salary:

Annual Minimum Salary:

112075.00

Annual Mid Range Salary:

141775.00

Annual Maximum Salary:

171474.00

QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.

Five (5) years of progressively more responsible nursing experience with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory/management nursing experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

Licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey with registration for the current year.

BLS certified.

Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

One (1) year full time experience with the management of addictions in a licensed substance use disorder treatment facility.

Ability to provide psychiatric nursing.

Ability to relate to patients.

Ability to use the nursing process.

Effective communication skills.

Ability to problem solve.

Ability to direct nursing staff.

Ability to request help as needed.

Demonstrated strong clinical nursing specialty.

Must be PC literate with proficiency in word processing.

Outstanding human relations and leadership skills and ability to function in a team environment.

Demonstrated knowledge of how to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN).

Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentPhysical Demands:

Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking 2/3 of the time, requires sitting 1/3 of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms, 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity and intermittent physical exertion when performing job activities. As needed, will drive to other locations.

Work Environment:

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic). Subject to unpredictable crisis situations, both medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment. May be exposed to varying or extreme temperatures.

Special Conditions

When scheduled, shall be on the premises or on call and available on-site, or respond within 30 minutes, during the facility’s hours of operation which are 24/7, 365 days per year.

Subject to random drug screens throughout employment.

Posting DetailsPosting Number:

24ST1012

Posting Open Date:

[Insert Date]

Special Instructions to Applicants:

[Insert Instructions]

Regional Campus:

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus:

Piscataway (RBHS)

City:

Piscataway

State:

NJ

Pre-employment ScreeningsAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization RequirementsUnder Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

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