Director Patient Care Cardiac Telemetry (7S) Full Time Day in Elizabeth, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Director Patient Care

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Cardiac Telemetry

Req #: 0000264320

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $151,700.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Trinitas Regional Medical Center, established in 2000 through the consolidation of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital, operates as a Catholic teaching hospital under the oversight of the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth. Situated in Elizabeth, NJ, the hospital serves a population exceeding 129,000, offering comprehensive healthcare across two campuses. With 554 beds, including facilities for long-term care and behavioral health, Trinitas annually treats nearly 20,000 inpatients, 70,000 emergency patients and accommodates over 450,000 outpatient visits. Committed to God's healing mission, Trinitas prioritizes excellent, compassionate care, particularly for the poor and vulnerable, exemplified by its status as a leading Charity Care provider in the state. Trinitas is recognized for excellence across 12 Centers of Excellence, ranging from cardiology to sleep medicine.

Qualifications:

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BSN; MSN preferred
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License or active Compact Registered Nurse License with New Jersey endorsement
• BLS through American Heart Association upon hire
• ACLS through American Heart Association upon hire
• 3 - 5 years of Med./Surg. Telemetry and/or ER nursing experience
• National nursing certifications preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• Monday – Friday, every other weekend and holiday rotation as needed by the dept

Essential Functions:

• The Telemetry Unit is a 38-bed unit.
• This team-oriented unit provides a wide variety of Medical/Surgical and diagnostic services to a diverse cardiac population ie, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, respiratory compromise and dysrhythmias.
• Act as an integral part of the Nursing Leadership Team TRMC
• Responsible for multiple teams who support daily essential patient care
• Provides 24 hour accountability for patient care delivery for specific cost centers
• Staff includes RN's, CNA's, Unit Secretaries, and Telemetry Technicians
• Ensures that quality age appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients on his/her nursing unit 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
• Evaluates staff performance in accordance with organizational policies
• Develops, implements and maintains unit budget & quality measures
• Participates in nursing quality assurance
• Maintains unit administration, including scheduling and maintains of supplies and equipment
• Uses and understands the principles of growth and development to assess each patients age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care

Other 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 employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• 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!

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