Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day Shift

Description:Founded in 1928, Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of St. Peter's Health Partners, is located in Schenectady, New York. It is a 115-bed hospital specializing in physical rehabilitation. Every year, more than 15,000 individuals come to Sunnyview from across the Capital Region of New York State and beyond. Each one has a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, therapists and specialists ... all focused on one goal ... helping patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics recover from a stroke, traumatic injury or disabling illness.

Full-Time RN-Manager-Sunnyview​ Rehab Hospital-Brain Injury Unit

Sunnyview Rehab Hospital, recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation's best rehab hospitals - In the Top 30 out of 1100+ rehab hospitals has a wonderful management opportunity! We at St. Peter’s Health Partners recognize that nursing is one of the most challenging careers and the most rewarding. We work with nurses to ensure that their professional experiences meet the expectations they had when they chose nursing. We recognize the crucial role you play in the care of every patient treated and we have worked hard to ensure that you find the professional culture, the career support, medical resources and the career opportunities you’re seeking.

Sunnyview's Brain Injury unit offers services that are not widely available, including coma recovery which includes medical care and stimulation that encourages people to regain consciousness. Sunnyview is one of a few programs in the region that can care for minimally conscious patients. We use a gentle approach that includes engaging patients in self-care activities like guiding their hand so they can help with daily skin cleaning as well as appropriate levels of stimulation, including light and sound, tailored to their needs.

Also witness patients regain movement and even start walking again with our assistive technologies and devices like the ReWalk™ , Ekso™ Exoskeleton, and the Litegait® system..

What you will do:

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the twenty-four (24) planning, provision, coordination, implementation and evaluation for the nursing care provided to a designated group of adult, elderly, and pediatric patients in a rehabilitation specialty area.

Responsibilities:

Promotes and restores patients' health by developing day-to-day management and long-term planning of the patient care area; directing and developing staff; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary professional staffs; providing physical and psychological support for patients, friends, and families. Serves as a resource, planner, clinical expert, manager and interdisciplinary coordinator.Areas of responsibility include staff recruitment, retention, staff remediation and corrective action, orientation, rehabilitation techniques, clinical nursing skills, nursing process, in-service and continuing education, staff competencies, information technology and systems, resource allocation/ utilization.In alignment with the organizational Mission & Core Values, the Program Nurse Manager is responsible for the development, implementation & evaluation of programs and systems, which facilitate and enhance age related and culturally sensitive nursing practice.The Program Nurse Manager requires the supervision of staff who provide care to patients who range in age from pediatric to geriatric.Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies (included but not limited to the Joint Commission, NYS DOH, CMS).Reports to the executive Director of Nursing.

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What you will need:

Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse licensure (The Program Nurse Manager requires graduation from a recognized program in professional nursing and a current New York State license). Baccalaureate degree preferred. (A baccalaureate in nursing or a related field or equivalent management experience)​A minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated current competency in clinical rehabilitation/ medical-surgical nursing  (and 3 years of acute care nursing with documented leadership ability)Specialty nursing certification (CRRN or other) preferred or obtained within 2 years of hire.Previous experience in nurse management required

Our compassionate staff is there with up-to-the-minute treatment modalities and cutting-edge technology. We are proud of our rich history ... and the role we play in the healing process.

Log onto http://www.sphp.com/working-at-sunnyview-svh to see why Sunnyview is an amazing place to work!

Pay Range:$48.50 - $64.70
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.