Assistant Vice President Nursing Administration Behavioral Health
Job Title: Assistant Vice President
Location: RWJUH Somerset
Department Name: Nursing Administration
Req #: 0000223125
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $192,048.00 - $245,921.00 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:
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Vice President Behavioral Health for RWJ Somerset Medical Center.
Qualifications:
- Current NJ Licensure as a Registered Nurse required,
- Master s Degree or currently matriculating in Nursing from an accredited school is required,
- Previous in a Nursing Leadership role required,
- A minimum of two 2 years of behavioral health related work experience is preferred,
- Proven ability to direct and respond to change; analyze and create data sources and recommend appropriate action required,
- Strong leadership, development, and communication skills,
- Ability to function effectively as a constructive and respected team member at the governance level is required,
Scheduling Requirements :
- Full Time 40 hours per week
Essential Functions:
- The Assistant Vice President Behavioral Health reports to the Vice President of Behavioral Health and Clinical Operations, at RWJUH Somerset
- The AVP is responsible for creating an environment committed to leveraging Safety Together and High Reliability standards and values to provide the highest level of safe and quality care to the patients we serve.
- This includes strategic planning and integration of patient care services practices, policies, and procedures,
- The AVP, as a nursing leader, has accountability for the daily operations of patient care and for the development of services as well as recommending organizational program enhancements based on industry best practices and data analysis,
- The AVP will utilizes emerging trends, issues, technology, and a comprehensive understanding of the organization s mission, vision, and goals to direct the nursing leadership, service delivery, performance improvement, and evaluation of nursing/clinical standards of performance,
- Responsibility for nursing leadership of assigned Patient Care Departments, oversight of our Safety Together culture, Trauma Informed Care initiatives, and special projects, and other duties as assigned,
- In consultation with the Vice President, directs patient care in a manner which ensures that: Standards of care and regulatory agencies are met,
- The nursing process forms the basis for delivery of patient care,
- Patients, significant others and associates are treated with dignity, respect and compassion,
- Maintains knowledge of regulatory requirements for the use of restraints/seclusion,
- Demonstrates competence in establishment/revision of appropriate treatment plans,
- Demonstrates competence in appropriate use of group therapy/ alternatives to group therapy
- Integrates department s services with the hospital s primary functions,
- Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services,
- Recommends space and other resources needed by the department,
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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