Nurse Manager

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Mathenys mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.

Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes five licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a Full Time Nurse Manager. There are two opportunities available in our hospital. The position is Monday-Friday, with one weekend required every eight weeks.

Desired Qualities of a Nurse Manager:

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Incentives for joining the Matheny team:

• Paid Training
• Staff Appreciation events
• Health and Wellness fairs
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Diversity events
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities

Duties of this position include:

• Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills. Communicates well with staff and foster a supportive and motivating environment.
• Manages all unit staff on all shifts including Nurses. Works with the Director of CSS to manage CSS staff including supervisors and the Unit Coordinator.
• Ensures there are an appropriate number of nursing and CSS staff scheduled on each shift to meet the needs of the patients.
• Participates in hiring and terminations of nurses and CSS’s as well as counseling/guidance and disciplinary action of these staff member with the director of CSS.
• Assigns duties to the nursing team and assists with coordination of services in order to provide patients with proper medical care and attention.
• Ensures each patient has a care plan which accurately reflects his/her healthcare and program needs.
• Performs relevant research in order to remain apprised of current nursing practices.
• Plans and conducts staff training for those who may require additional guidance or instruction.
• Takes an active role in the annual nurse competency to assure all nurses are trained /educated for this patient population. Collaborates with the entire interdisciplinary team, patients, and families to coordinate patient services.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship among interdisciplinary team members through ongoing communication, timely responses, and efforts to build rapport. Participates in problem-solving efforts and accomplished assigned tasks for the team.
• Supervises and evaluates staff on an ongoing basis. Ensures annual performance evaluations are completed and reviewed with all employees under direct or indirect supervision.
• Establishes a supportive and compassionate environment by providing emotional support to patients, families, and staff as necessary.
• Ensures availability of all required equipment and inventories needed for patients and staff.
• Participates in the development of the departmental budget by evaluating staff, equipment, and supply requirements.
• Protects patients and staff members by ensuring compliance with infection control policies and procedures, enforcing medication administration storage procedures, and controlled dangerous substance regulations.
• Ensures the integrity and confidentiality of medical records. Regularly audits documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.Ensures quality of care by interpreting hospital and Nursing philosophies and standards of care.
• Enforces adherence to New Jersey Board of Nursing and New Jersey Nurse Practice Act requirements as well as those of other governing agencies. Adheres to Joint Commission and CMS standards.

For Full Time employees, Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The salary range and/or hourly rate 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 a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The salary range for this position is $93,000 - $122,150 annually.

Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Matheny Medical and Educational Center. Candidates should check for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities.

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Associates degree in a related field from an accredited college or university required. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university preferred or equivalent years of nursing experience, preferably with Developmental Disabled population.

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing.

Current CPR Certification required. ACLS/ PALS certification preferred.

Nurse Manager Certification preferred.

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