Asst Director Patient Care - Full time - Same Day Surgery Req #: 0000187260
Category: Nursing Manager
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Somerset
Department: Same Day Surgery
Location: RWJUH Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

Job Overview:

The Assistant Director of Patient Care role will be to oversee and delegate the daily operations for Same Day Surgery and PAT, while fostering a positive work environment. They will be responsible for anticipating and addressing the complex, individual needs of patients and will work to create an efficient workflow within the unit.

Required:

A minimum of 2 years of nursing leadership experience in an acute care settingActive RN New Jersey LicenseBLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association BSN

Preferred:

Clinical experience in a preoperative setting National certification in an applicable clinical specialtyMSNEpic experience

Essential Duties:

In this position, the candidate has the responsibility of the daily assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the delivery of quality patient care for both the departments. Duties include, but not limited to, staff scheduling, quality improvement, coaching, functioning as a liaison between the Operating Room, PAT and SDS.

Functions as a role model and clinical resource to staff, provides guidance and professional development, facilitates interdepartmental coordination, identifies opportunities for growth and quality of patient care and services, develops and implements policies and procedures, participates in departmental quality assurance.

Scheduling:

40 hours a week

Other Job 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 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 Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer