Director Patient Care (FT Day) Operating Room, Livingston

Job Overview:

RWJ Barnabas Health is looking for a qualified Director Patient Care of whom will be the nursing leader in the daily functioning of the Operating Room at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. This individual will have oversight to ensure the delivery of quality patient care for all patients within this sector. They work with the clinical nursing staff to establish a culture of best practices through a common vision, common language, goals and metrics.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing required.
• Five years of nursing experience, preferably in ambulatory setting.
• Evidence of leadership ability.
• Broad knowledge of healthcare administration, practices and principles within a healthcare system.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Emphasizes the positive and provides clear direction.
• Able to keep up to date in nursing competency to meet standards of national, state, and hospital accreditation.
• Current RN licensure in New Jersey.
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required

Preferred:

• Master of Science in nursing degree preferred.
• Professional nursing certification preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Ensures that quality age appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients in accordance with the philosophy, policies and program plans of thehospital,
• Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education,
• 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 maintenance of supplies and equipment,
• Responsible for timely throughput of patients within the division on a daily basis,
• Works to solve patient throughput issues within the division on a daily basis,
• 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,

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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