Nurse Manager - Main Operating Room - HPW - Full-Time - Day

Capital Health (US); Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time-Off Program

Job summary

A regional healthcare leader seeks a full-time nursing professional committed to delivering quality patient care in Pennington, NJ. This role requires a BSN and three years of progressive experience, including two years in a charge role. The successful candidate will support team initiatives, ensure compliance with standards, and advocate for patient rights. Competitive salary range of $118,000 – $176,800 is offered along with comprehensive benefits, enhancing the professional development of staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Three years progressive clinical and management practice in patient care area.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse - NJ.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively and cooperates with team members.
• Supports clinical management for quality patient care.
• Facilitates unit and facility team initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

BSN required

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Position Overview
Salary Range: $118,000 – $176,800

Summary (Basic Purpose Of The Job)

Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Respects and understands the contributions of all team members. Uses integrated approach towards patient outcomes. Supports organization's mission and strategic plan. Utilizes standards, guidelines and pathways for care delivery. Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice to enhance outcomes. Supports clinical management of patient care delivery area which produces quality patient care with optimal patient outcomes, while maintaining smooth and efficient operations. Creates an environment in which professional and personal development is an expectation. Assists staff in their professional development and in the identification of needed resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource and mentor. Leadership skill demonstrated in decision-making and problem-solving.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. BSN required.

Experience: Three years progressive clinical and management practice in patient care area. Two years demonstrated competency in charge role.

Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse - NJ

Requires NIH Stroke Scale Certification (or must obtain by end of orientation) AND 8 hours of Stroke related Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation, Hospital at Home

Knowledge and Skills: Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Reporting Relationships:

Does this position formally supervise employees? Yes

Essential Functions

• Facilitates unit and facility teams/committees that impact practice, integrates and links unit committee initiatives to facility initiatives.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and assists in the resolution of conflict among healthcare team members, patients and families.
• Exercises discretion and judgement when delegating patient care activities and coordinates unit activities. Assists staff in their professional development and in the identification of needed resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Ensures staff is educated on risk management and compliance issues. Interprets and evaluates employee satisfaction survey data.
• Understands, articulates and ensures compliance with State Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing Regulations, Regulatory agency standards and policies of the organization.
• Performs as Unit leader for quality improvement process. Recognizes trends in patient care delivery and explores opportunities for improvement which are evidence-based. Monitors patient care satisfaction and supports the Forces of Magnet.
• Utilizes evidenced based practice in the development of policies and procedures based on comparison data benchmarks. Articulates and takes action to support JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals's. Designs safe clinical systems, processes, policies and procedures.
• Ensures quality patient care by assisting in the management of clinical practice and patient care delivery that supports optimal patient outcomes. Advocates for patient rights and appropriate utilization of services. Documents patient care activities as per documentation standards and assists healthcare team members with documentation. Evaluates outcomes of documentation and participates in performance improvement activities related to documentation.
• Assists in preparing, planning, monitoring and executing budgetary standards, for both operational and capital budgets. Educates team members on financial implications of patient care decisions.
• Allocates nursing resources based on measurement of patient acuity/care needed.
• Ensures nurses are actively involved in decisions that affect their practice. Serves as a role model and resource person guiding staff in the development of clinical and leadership skills. Participates in assessment activities to determine the individual needs of the staff and the patients and overall program needs for the unit.
• Integrates high ethical standards and core values into every day work activities. Develops unit activities that support the elements of extending excellence in clinical practice. Advocates use of documented best practice. Coordinates with the unit?s clinical educator to design programs to assist the staff nurse in the progression from novice to expert.
• Participates in unit employee selection through interviewing and the hiring process in addition to practices to promote staff retention.
• Consults and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team members to coordinate the management of patient care within the unit.
• Evaluates staff competency to complete employee performance evaluation through direct observation, peer review, orientation and employee input.
• Evaluatess own performance based on professional practice standards, relevant studies and regulations, and organizational criteria identifying areas of strength, via participation in a professional organization, 360 peer review, continuing education or self/professional/practice development activities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion.

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, reaching forward, reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation.

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear.

Lifting: Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 15 lbs.

Sensory Requirements: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks: Bloodborne Pathogens, Airborne Communicable Disease, Dust/Particulate Matter.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life (Spouse)
• Voluntary Life (Employee)
• Voluntary Life (Child)
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.