Asst Director Patient Care - Med Surg

Req #: 0000268098 Category: Nursing Management / Leadership Status: Part-Time Shift: Night Facility: RWJ Somerset Department: Medical-Surgical Unit-II Pay Range: $112,500.00 - $146,300.00 per year Location: 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876 Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-II Req #: 0000268098 Status: Salaried Shift: Night Pay Range: $112,500.00 - $146,300.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-I Req #: 0000258113 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $112,500.00 - $146,340.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Asst Director of Patient Care – RWJBarnabas Health At RWJBarnabas Health, the Assistant Director become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This Assistant Director role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As an Assistant Director, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every employee is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose. Essential Functions: The Assistant Clinical Director provides nursing care in the acute care setting within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standardsAssists in directing and supervising all functions and activities in a patient care settingPerforms duties in any nursing capacity as neededAssures safety in practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs availableUtilizes the nursing process in all aspects of the provision of care, individualizing the plan of care to address a specific patients needsResponsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate personnel and for consistently setting and evaluatingExercises supervisory authority and independent judgment in assigning employee laborIs responsible for knowledge of the patient population served and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethicsAssures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs availableIs responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments -i.e., damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas- and medical errors, etc.Exercises supervisory authority and independent judgment in directing employee laborMakes recommendations regarding the ongoing performance evaluation of supervised staff and resulting actions -i,e, reward, discipline, discharge, etcInsure that Pavilion 3 Surgical is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations To be considered for this Assistant Director opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A BSN is required. Previous experience in acute care is strongly preferred This position offers a consistent 36 hours per week on night shift Benefits And Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick TimeRetirement PlansMedical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceDisability and Life InsurancePaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Planning SupportFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Community and Volunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer