Job Overview:

Assists the Nurse Manager in the responsibility for the quality of nursing care, the management of personnel and management systems on a specific unit on a designated shift.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of National League of Nursing Accredited School of Nursing
• NJ RN License
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• At least 2 years of pediatric nursing experience
• Interpersonal skill and ability to collaborate with others
• Leadership ability

Preferred:

• BSN degree
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or eligible

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ RN License
• AHA BLS Provider Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night Shift
• Full Time
• 36 hours/week

Essential Functions:

• Meets expectations of department staff positions as required to meet customer expectations
• Functions as in-house administrator during shifts. Seeks administrative consultation when appropriate
• Motivates staff to improve their performance, continuously, leading to improved department performance. Maximizes potential of self and subordinates by supporting professional growth and conducting training and orientation sessions
• Supports staff and encourages in them a sense of ownership of their work processes. Provides staff the opportunity to provide feedback regarding department and hospital operations
• Creates an environment that enables the department to fulfill its mission and or exceed its goals
• Ensures that adequate staff, space, equipment, and other resources are available to provide the department’s services. Ensures cost effective and appropriate utilization of resources
• Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services to meet customer expectations
• Demonstrates ability to intervene proactively and also problem solve effectively in a wide range of situations / emergencies
• Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation. Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues

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 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.