Assistant Director of Nursing - RN (10 locations available across NJ)
4 days ago
Elizabeth
Job Description Assistant Director of Patient Care, Nursing RWJBarnabas Health – Multiple Locations Across New Jersey Jersey City, Belleville, Newark, Elizabeth, Livingston, Rahway, Somerset, New Brunswick, Hamilton, Long Branch Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person Salary: Open / Based on Experience About the Role RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director of Patient Care (RN) to join our nursing leadership team across various acute care units in New Jersey. This position is ideal for a clinical professional ready to take on a dynamic leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily clinical operations of the nursing unit, • Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and coverage planning, • Ensure compliance with regulatory and patient safety standards, • Drive patient satisfaction and clinical excellence, • Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and allied health professionals, • Lead initiatives in quality improvement, education, and staff engagement ✅ Qualifications Required: • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (New Jersey or Compact State), • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), • Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience, • Relevant specialty certifications (depending on unit) Available Locations (Choose your preferred site) • Jersey City, NJ, • Belleville, NJ, • Newark, NJ, • Elizabeth, NJ, • Livingston, NJ, • Rahway, NJ, • Somerset, NJ, • New Brunswick, NJ, • Hamilton, NJ, • Long Branch, NJ Why Join RWJBarnabas Health? RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated academic health system in New Jersey, proudly partnering with Rutgers University. We're home to world-class clinical care, research, and education — and are committed to nursing excellence. With 6 Magnet®-recognized hospitals and a growing number on the journey to designation, we offer a culture of support, growth, and innovation. Professional Development & Advancement • Access to the RWJBH Institute for Nursing Excellence, • Leadership development programs, • Tuition reimbursement, • Continuing education and specialty certification support, • Opportunities for advancement across the RWJBH network Benefits • Competitive compensation (based on experience), • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, • Paid time off and paid parental leave, • Retirement plans and flexible spending accounts, • Disability, life, and accident insurance, • Employee wellness resources and assistance programs