Assistant Director Patient Care, Pediatric ICU

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 47,850 - 64,040; Full time

Job summary

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ, part of RWJBarnabas Health, seeks an Assistant Director Patient Care for the Pediatric ICU. Evening, full-time, 37.5 hours weekly.

You will oversee patient care on the 4300 PICU, support the Nurse Manager, and help maintain high standards of nursing excellence. The role requires RN licensing in New Jersey, BLS and PALS certifications, and minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience with management exposure in PICU.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• At least 2 years acute care nursing experience or 2 years acute care nursing experience with previous management experience in Pediatric ICU.
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
• Preferred: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or currently matriculating.

Responsibilities

• Manages patient care delivery on an assigned shift in 4300 Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU).
• Assists the Nurse Manager with ensuring that quality nursing care is delivered to all patients and his/her nursing units in accordance with the hospital's policies and program plans.
• Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education.
• Provides input into evaluation of staff performance in accordance with organization policies.
• Participates in nursing Quality Improvement.
• Assists with unit administration, including scheduling, payroll and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains and role models clinical skills necessary to provide care to patients.
• Uses an understanding of growth and development to assess age-specific needs and provide age-specific treatment and care.

Skills

Nursing skills

Staff supervision

Quality improvement

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Assistant Director Patient Care, Pediatric ICU

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Department: Pediatric ICU

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $47.85 - $64.04 per year

Job Overview

Since 1865, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, formerly known as Saint Barnabas Medical Center, New Jersey's oldest nonsectarian hospital, has worked to exceed our community's highest expectations for compassionate, comprehensive health care. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center is one of the largest health care providers in the state, treating more than 32,000 inpatients and 82,000 Emergency Department patients each year. Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center has long been recognized as a leader in providing world‑class care providing more than 100 medical and surgical specialty and subspecialty services.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• At least 2 years acute care nursing experience or 2 years acute care nursing experience with previous management experience in Pediatric ICU
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

Preferred:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or currently matriculating

Certifications and Licenses Required

• Current Registered Nurse License in the state of New Jersey
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association upon hire
• PALS certification
• Additional certifications may be required as per the Administrative Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy

Scheduling Requirements

• Evening
• Full‑Time
• 37.5 hours weekly
• Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs

Essential Functions

• Manages patient care delivery on an assigned shift in 4300 Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)
• Assists the Nurse Manager with ensuring that quality nursing care is delivered to all patients and his/her nursing units in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital.
• Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education.
• Provides input into evaluation of staff performance in accordance with organization policies.
• Participates in nursing Quality Improvement.
• Assists with unit administration, including scheduling, payroll and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains and role models clinical skills necessary to provide care to patients.
• 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.

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

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer