Nurse Manager TU3 in Washington

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents since 1902. Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

This is a full-time position for a Nurse Manager on our TU3 - Voluntary Unit. This is a five day a week, 40 hours per week position Monday through Friday. Under the supervision of the CNO, the Nurse Manager will be responsible for the management of patient care to ensure optimum quality patient care is provided by nursing staff on a 24 hour basis.

• Monitors the delivery of patient care.
• Collaborates with Medical Staff and Department Managers to ensure needs of the total service are met.
• Fosters and promotes open communications.
• Assists in the assessment of potential new patient referrals.
• Facilitates resolution of complaints or grievances/requests by patients and visitors in accordance to legal and regulatory requirements when Patient Advocate is unavailable.
• Responsible and accountable for making decisions related to the structure, coordination and resources required to deliver cost-effective professional nursing care 24 hours per day.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities that support the overall efficiency of the nursing department.
• Participates in the hiring, promotion, discipline and evaluation of unit staff, as well as the orientation of new staff to the unit and ongoing educational development of unit staff.
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care.

Benefits for our Nurse Managers include:

• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career.
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Tomika Enzor, HR Manager at tomika.enzor@uhsinc.com.

What do our current nurses value at Summit Oaks & UHS? A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

Qualifications Job Requirements:

• Licensed in the state of New Jersey as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of three years of hospital-based nursing.
• Minimum of two years experience in psychiatric nursing required.
• BSN or BS in related health field. Will consider applicant in the active process of obtaining a bachelor's degree with employment experience.
• Past experience should include supervision of staff.
• ANCC certification in the field of mental health and psychiatric nursing preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others’ activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrates progressive roles in nursing leadership.

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