ASSISTANT DIRECTOR NURSING - ACUTE PER DIEM FLEX (23511)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing to lead a team in delivering high-quality patient care. This role involves overseeing nursing staff, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, management experience, and a passion for fostering a collaborative work environment. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous time off policy

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Nursing required; MSN preferred.
• Current NJ RN license and BLS/ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements division goals and evaluates progress.
• Supervises staff, manages staffing plans, and ensures patient care quality.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Organizational skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Current NJ licensure as RN

BLS/ACLS certification

IV Certification

Job description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR NURSING - ACUTE PER DIEM FLEX (23511)

Job Category: Nursing Management

Requisition Number: ASSIS007992

Posted: January 10, 2025

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: On-site

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!
We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing.

Job Duties:

• Participates in developing and implementing goals of assigned division and in evaluating progress toward the goals.
• Participates in selecting and hiring staff in the division; supervises division staff, initiating disciplinary action, including terminations; provides input into performance appraisal of employees recommending promotions, raises, etc.
• Responsible for division staffing plan, adapting work schedules for unit employees to ensure appropriate staffing levels and staffing mix are maintained; communicates staffing needs and scheduling requirements to Clinical Directors and appropriate clerical staff for implementation and follows up to ensure staffing is appropriate.
• Ensures safe and professional patient care by enforcing and monitoring compliance to professional standards, identifying clinical and educational needs of staff; recommends methods for improving staff competence and patient care and assists in developing, implementing and evaluating programs.
• Provides information to unit staff for therapeutic and effective patient care management; identifies and puts into place appropriate monitors of patient care delivery.
• Participates in the quality assurance/quality improvement program for unit by identifying patient care issues and assisting in implementing PI and QA monitors.
• Investigates and communicates on all unit occurrences.
• Acts as liaison between unit, Clinical Directors and ancillary departments to resolve problems and ensure quality of patient care is maintained.
• Maintains departmental reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Provides information to Clinical Director to assist in developing departmental budgets; recommends methods to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness of unit operations.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Basic Competencies:

Education/Licensure:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. MSN preferred.
• Current NJ licensure as RN required.
• BLS/ACLS required.
• IV Certification required.

Experience:

• At least one year Med/Surg and Critical experience.
• One year management experience.

Skills:

• Clinical nursing skills and expertise.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Job Setting/Physical Demands:

• Nursing offices and patient care areas; contact with staff, patients, families.
• Mobility required.
• May handle emergency or crisis situations (i.e., internal/external disasters).
• May lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients.
• Protective clothing may be required: mask or face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate filter respirator.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees' ongoing development.