Assistant Nurse Manager - CVcu

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).

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience: Three years job-related experience in hospital-care setting. Six months demonstrated competency in charge role. Clinical and management support practice in patient care area required.

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

CPR Requirements:

Knowledge and Skills:Communication and interpersonal skills. Reasoning ability and customer service skills.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises all levels of unit personnel on assigned shifts and adjusts staff schedules based on departmental needs while maintaining equitable distribution of assignments. Ensures proper utilization of equipment, supplies, and facilities for maintaining patient care. Monitors clinical management of patient care delivery area to produce quality patient care with optimal outcomes.
• Collaborates with respective nursing and medical personnel to coordinate care with other departments; ensures that individual plans of patient care area developed for patients.
• Addresses patient, family and staff concerns in a timely fashion. Keeps nurse managers informed of unit activity needs and problems.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Respects and understands the contributions of all team members.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and assists in the resolution of conflict among healthcare team members, patients and families.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and incorporates the interdisciplinary team to achieve outcomes. Monitors unit activities and collaborates with staff in the identification of needed resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Utilizes standards, guidelines and pathways for care delivery. Implements processes and continuously seeks to improve care practices to enhance outcomes.
• Monitors staff practice to ensure that patient standards of care are being met. Participates in the quality improvement process. Recognizes trends in patient care delivery and seeks opportunities for improvement which are evidence-based. Monitors patient care satisfaction and upholds the Forces of Magnet.
• Provides direction and guidance to others. Serves as a clinical resource to staff. Leadership skill demonstrated in decision-making and problem-solving. Serves as mentor and role model for staff. Provides consistent communication and demonstrates mutual support.
• Seeks new knowledge and self-development by participating in a minimum of 40 hours self-development with a minimum of 15 formal contact hours yearly. Supports the 360 degree peer review process in order to foster self-improvement in a leadership role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

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

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter
 

This position is eligible for the following 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.