ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF NURSING BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT 24830

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 Associate Director of Nursing.

Job Duties

Assists with coverage of units in the absence of the Nurse Manager assigned to
the unit. Assist with the Daily Needs of the float pool staff as they arise.
Acts as a resource to nursing staff and works with the education department to identify educational needs.
Assures high-quality care through interdisciplinary program evaluation, risk management and nursing quality improvement, and discharge planning. Assist Nurse Managers on the reporting requirements needed to be sent to the DOH or any other Regulatory Agency
Acts as the Director of Nursing in his/her absence.
Makes rounds on all units, all three shifts often to evaluate patient care and environmental compliance with state regulations.
Coordinates nursing service with other departments as needed.
Maintains accurate reporting and recording according to policies and procedures set forth and evaluates and makes recommendations for improvements for the welfare of the patients.
Receives thorough reports from the Nurse Managers or charge nurses on any issues identified and works closely with them to ensure maximum patient satisfaction and resolution of any issue identified.
Participates in nursing care as needed and is responsible for directing staff when certain needs are identified during any emergency which may arise.
Assists with scheduling, staffing, recruitment and retention.
Reports all findings to D.O.N. or designee and/or the Administrator. Maintains/expands professional expertise through attendance at professional conferences/seminars and through review of professional literature Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fill these gaps. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements

Other Duties
Performs other related duties as required.

Position Qualifications
Minimum 3 to 5 years of management experience preferred.
NJ RN license required.
MSN required
BLS certification required.
ACLS preferred
Good organizational skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Education
Masters of Science in Nursing preferred

Job Setting/Physical Demands

Regular internal, external and/or patient contact requiring considerable tact, discretion, and persuasion in order to obtain information and/or willing action or consent.

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.

Experience

• 3 - 5 years: Minimum 3 to 5 years of management experience preferred.

Education

• Masters or better in Registered Nurse

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• • BLS

• • ACLS