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Unit Nurse Leader - MedSurg - Full Time Day New

Long Branch, NJ

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Hiring Company

RWJBarnabas Health

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Position Description

Req #: 0000184070

Category: Medical / Surgical Nursing

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: Nursing Administration

Location:

Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

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.

Job Overview

The Unit Nurse Leader enhances the unit s ability to achieve top performance for quality measures, patient safety, and employee and patient satisfaction indicators. Through daily interaction and ongoing mentoring of unit staff members the unit leader assists staff in their ability to prioritize and focus on these critical elements.

Job Qualifications

Required:

  • Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
  • Bachelor s Degree in Nursing
  • Must be certified from an approved facility or completion of requirements within 90 days of hire for:
  • Successful completion of all orientation programs
  • Meets requirements as defined by applicable Department Specific Equipment Competency Checklist.

Preferred

  • Excellent communication skills; verbal, written and presentation.
  • Demonstrated clinical expertise and transformational leadership skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills; proven track-record of successful meeting goals / deadlines.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Proven ability to learn and adapt to new software and information systems.
  • Active participation in pertinent local, state and national organizations.

Certifications Required

(OR Must be certified from an approved facility or completion of requirements within 90 days of hire)

  • ALCS
  • BLS
  • Telemetry
  • Intravenous Therapy

Scheduling Requirements

  • Day Shift, 40 Hours per week
  • Monday Friday
  • Full-Time

Essential Functions

The Unit Nurse Leader serves as a leader, mentor and consultant to the healthcare staff; s/he demonstrates both analytical and creative approaches to management of complex patient care and serves as a clinical resource for nursing and ancillary staff. As a change agent, the NURSE LEADER promotes an environment that embraces knowledge, innovation and improvement.

The Unit Nurse Leader, as a member of the expanded team, promotes patient and family health education with a focus on self-management, prevention and wellness, based on the patient s goals.

The Unit Nurse Leader refines data systems to identify trends and opportunities for improvement; s/he facilitates practices that are in compliance with Core Measures and The Joint Commission requirements.

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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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