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Hackensack Meridian Health Assistant Nurse Manager- Behavioral Health- Per Diem - Days in Belle Mead, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring quality care by managing and leading the staff in a manner consistent with the plan of care, the mission and scope of service of Carrier, program policy and procedure and the regulatory standards of accreditation policies on their respective shifts. Assumes administrative and clinical responsibility in the absence of the Vice President of Patient Care Services and other administrative personnel.
Responsibilities
Monitors and assures patient care is provided within a safe and healing environment in the least restrictive manner
Promotes a culture and environment of safety, respect, and trust for patients, families and staff.
Acts as liaison with Access staff on appropriateness of admissions and EMTALA compliance.
Directs and/ or coordinates interventions necessitated by emergency situations, responsible for clinical and administrative supervision of nursing staff during the respective shift.
Obtains emergency medications and supplies from Pharmacy night cabinet in the absence of pharmacist
Assists with chart reviews and audits to ensure compliance with regulation and standards per policies and procedures.
Supervises and maintains a safe, orderly, and therapeutic work/patient care environment.
Monitors, investigates and provides feedback on all environmental and safety hazards per policies and procedures with relevant personnel.
Acts as an ombudsman for the hospital when responding to inquiries and crisis calls from patients, families, staff and community. Initiates appropriate action and provides documentation for follow-up. Reports relevant concerns to the Administrator on call.
Resolves conflicts that may arise with patients, families, and staff in a diplomatic manner.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's Degree and graduate of an accredited RN program
Minimum of 3 years psychiatric experience and 1 year in a leadership capacity
Completes mandatory educational requirements for position and maintains professional licenses and certifications
Seeks opportunities for professional self-development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- MSN Degree
Licenses and Certifications Required:
NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
Valid Driver's License from a USA state
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 90 days of entering position
ANCC Cardiac/Vascular Nurse Certification
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
Psychiatric - Mental Health Nursing or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Certification
IV Therapy
Job ID 2024-155282
Department East Mountain Youth Lodge Adm
Site HMH Carrier Clinic Inc
Job Location US-NJ-Belle Mead
Position Type Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week 4
Shift Day
Shift Hours Day
Weekend Work Every Other Weekend
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work Four of 6