DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES 1, YOUTH JUSTICE COMMISSION
Juvenile Justice Commission
Career Family: DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES
New Jersey treats Director of Nursing Services 1, Youth Justice Commission as a competitive-class job, so the gate is an examination and the ranked list it produces rather than a direct offer.
The minimum is a bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Its salary schedule (frozen at an older rate) lists $65,195 to $91,272, though managerial and exempt titles like this are usually paid individually rather than on the step schedule.
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The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
A position in this category typically functions as a manager of an organizational unit; develops operational programs, policy, procedures and agency guidelines; determines that operations meet national, state or local licensing compliance requirements; determines staffing needs; administers a quality assurance program; advises health care providers or facilities of methods of compliance with standards regarding delivery of services; settles disputes, conflicts or problems regarding programs or services; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Determines organization goals and objectives, establishes policy, and allocates resources. Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates. Develops operational programs and procedures. Recommends policy on provision of services. Develops program or agency guidelines. Consults with interdisciplinary teams. Executes federal, state, and local laws. Monitors program for compliance, accreditation, or quality assurance. Interprets statistical information. Writes technical, statistical, or financial reports. Ensures that operations meet national, state, or local licensing compliance requirements. Plans in-service training. Estimates necessary quantity of time, costs, materials, or personnel for the accomplishment of assignments or goals. Evaluates the overall operation of the program or service. Writes notices and memoranda about policy changes, major events, or other information Investigates complaints. Writes policy statements as well as procedural or training manuals. Monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of programs or services. Evaluates current or proposed legislation for impact on agency programs or services. Conducts on-site inspections for compliance with standards regarding delivery of health services. Monitors delivery of services for compliance with contractual obligations. Consults with vendors or contractors. Inspect areas for proper handling and storage of controlled substance and supplies. Applies established security procedures and guidelines. Administers a quality assurance program. Investigates incidents of improper or incomplete reporting techniques. Implements emergency procedures during crisis situations. Provides technical advice to staff, peers, or management. Exchanges information for continuity of care (shift to shift). Advises health care providers or facilities of methods of compliance with standards regarding delivery of services. Informs appropriate staff of unusual problems or symptoms exhibited by residents. Promotes preventive dentistry. Provides information on transmission and treatment of communicable diseases. Confers with other professionals. Settles disputes, conflicts or problems regarding program or services. Informs the responsible person or organization of difficulties, accomplishments, plans or goals. Addresses policy-making committees, for example, department heads, and division heads. Addresses and/or participates in various policy-making boards, academic councils, disciplinary boards, committees, or task forces. Mediates problems that cannot be resolved through other channels. Calms distraught individuals. Informs individuals of procedures necessary for completion of forms or applications. Consults with outside agencies or individuals about information necessary for job assignments. Counsels juvenile residents, families, or resident advocates. Provides for physical safety of residents.
Education
Graduation from an accredited college or University with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Experience
Seven (7) years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Three (3) years of the required experience shall be in a supervisory capacity involving the care and treatment of patients in a residential, institutional or hospital setting.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of management theory and practices. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision. Knowledge of the principles and practices in the field of Registered Nursing. Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics. Knowledge of procedures for transporting the sick and injured. Knowledge of educational programs relating to completion of degree or certification, registration, or licensure in a particular medical or health profession. Knowledge of legal aspects of clinical documentation and decisions. Knowledge of techniques for checking vital signs. Knowledge of the principles of needs assessment. Knowledge of standard English grammar; for example, syntax, punctuation, verb agreement, or tense. Knowledge of physical limitations associated with developmentally disabled residents. Knowledge of curriculum requirements for professional or paraprofessional licensing, certification, or registration. Knowledge of procedures used to search for harmful objects or substances. Knowledge of procedures for investigating complaints. Knowledge of established safety procedures and guidelines. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of program monitoring. Knowledge of CPR. Knowledge of procedures to follow for crisis intervention. Knowledge of procedures for conducting informal hearings. Knowledge of the fundamentals of public speaking. Knowledge of training principles and techniques. Knowledge of techniques of interpersonal relations. Knowledge of employee performance evaluation procedures. Knowledge of procedures for carrying out universal precautions. Knowledge of communicable disease prevention and control. Knowledge of administrative principles and practices. Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of basic interviewing techniques. Knowledge of the procedures for administering intravenous solutions. Knowledge of employee motivational theories such as reinforcement, incentives, satisfiers, or job enrichment. Knowledge of the principles and practices in the field of Pharmacology. Ability to recognize signs of clients' emotional instability or stress. Ability to convey information in a written format. Ability to read and interpret laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate relevant information from various types of source materials. Ability to synthesize facts to reach logical conclusions. Ability to identify and resolve problems in the administration or coordination of programs plans or projects. Ability to establish goals and set priorities. Ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations, procedures, and policies applicable to the Federal Department of Health and Human Services. Ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations, procedures, and policies applicable to the New Jersey Department of Human Services. Ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations, procedures, and policies applicable to the New Jersey Youth Justice Commission. Ability to follow oral orders, directions, or plans. Ability to follow written orders, directions, or plans. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants who do not possess the Bachelors degree in Nursing must possess one (1) additional year of non-supervisory experience. LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Appointee will be required to possess a current professional license as a Registered Nurse valid in the State of New Jersey. SUBSTITUTIONS: A Master's Degree in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing, Nursing Education, Nursing Administration, or Health Services Administration may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.