Director of Nursing -Cardio Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit

Req #: 0000259460 | Full-Time, Salaried | Day Shift | Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

About the role

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Director of Nursing for the Cardio Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center. The 6 Tower unit is a 34-bed medical-surgical telemetry unit providing nursing care to adult cardiac and acute care medical-surgical patients aged 18 and older. Patient populations include heart failure, LVADs, and heart transplant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master’s preferred
• Current New Jersey RN Licensure
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Experience in Med Surg and/or Telemetry required

Responsibilities

• Accountability and supervision for staff, including RNs, CNAs, Unit Secretaries, and other healthcare providers delivering care in the 34-bed Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit
• Serve as an integral part of the Nursing Leadership Team at RWJ New Brunswick
• Oversee multiple teams supporting daily essential patient care with 24/7 responsibility
• Recruit, manage, and improve quality and customer satisfaction for nursing teams
• Provide guidance and support to enhance nursing practice and morale
• Ensure availability of necessary resources, such as equipment, supplies, and staffing levels, to provide safe and effective patient care
• Manage department budgets, ensure cost-effective care delivery, and optimize resource use
• Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety protocols
• Create and enforce policies and procedures for consistent, high-quality nursing care
• Address concerns from patients, families, and staff, resolving conflicts professionally and timely
• Encourage ongoing education and training for nursing staff to foster professional development
• Contribute to long-term planning, including implementation of new technologies, processes, or services to improve patient care and operational efficiency
• Provide leadership and direction to fulfill unit and organizational goals and objectives
• Effectively communicate information to staff, utilize resources, and manage staff and services

Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Pay

$159,200.00 - $215,100.00 per year. The compensation offered will depend on the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more