ADMINISTRATIVE NURSING COORDINATOR

Hoboken University is seeking an Administrative Coordinator (Nursing). POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the direction and supervision of Nursing Services throughout the hospital on evening, night, and weekend shifts. KEY TASKS: Oversees, directs and guides the organization towards achieving current & future goals. Ensures that all organizational activities and operations comply with local, state and federal regulations, JCAHO standards and laws governing healthcare operations. Demonstrates leadership effectiveness in managing interpersonal relationships and managing self. Provides leadership and direction in accordance with organizational and departmental goals and objectives. Supervises nursing services on all off shifts, including evening, nights, and weekends. Encourages professional growth and development of self and nursing staff. Establishes a climate conducive to meet these needs. Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients of all age groups. Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the Neonate/Infant (0 – 1). Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the Toddler age group (1-3). Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the Preschooler age group (4 – 6). Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the School Age/ Adolescent age groups (7-18). Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the Adult age groups (19 – 65). Exhibits age specific competency when dealing with patients in the Geriatric age group (65 & older). Provides care with consideration for the cultural needs of the patient. LEADERSHIP: Analyzes problems effectively. Requires an appropriate level of guidance. Carefully considers alternatives before making decisions. Keeps Supervisors informed of developments and outcomes. Written information is clear, concise and well organized. Oral communication skills are effective. Controls factors that are critical to achieving results. Plans and organizes work effectively. PATIENT RIGHTS AND ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS: Responds to customer concerns in a timely and professional manner. Promotes a professional atmosphere through courteous communication. Observes and respects the privacy and confidentiality of information. Demonstrates mission and values with patients, families, peers, and other members of the healthcare staff. CONTINUUM OF CARE: Collaborates with peers, physicians and other members of the health care team. MANAGEMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT OF CARE: Maintains a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety. Complies with hand hygiene and use of PPE as per policies. EDUCATION: SELF, PATIENT AND FAMILY Maintains and develops competence through required in-service and continuing educational programs. MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES: Reports for duty punctually. Maintains satisfactory attendance record. Complies with dress code policy and maintains a business image. Attends/participates in staff meetings and reviews/signs minutes of all meetings not attended. Adjusts to changing situations and work assignments. Manages time appropriately to meet department needs. MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION: Written information is clear, concise and well organized. Ensures timely distribution (internal and external) of financial reports. Assists in record retention management. IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE AND CONTRIBUTION: Participates in data collection for quality improvement. Participates in Quality Improvement activities including team membership. Improves performance based on results obtained from QI activities Promotes a professional atmosphere through courteous communication. What We’re Looking for: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN), Master’s preferred; NJ License, BLS Experience: 2-4 years management supervisory experience in hospital setting Skills: Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. Ability to be customer focused and results oriented. Previous acute care medical/surgical nursing experience. Knowledge of JCAHO guidelines (continuation of care)