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Atlantic Health

Director, Nursing- Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center

summit, NJ

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About this opportunity

Atlantic Health lists this Director, Nursing- Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center opportunity in summit, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Clinical Leadership

Direct and supervise nursing operations across assigned hospital units or departments.

Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.

Monitor quality indicators and implement performance improvement initiatives.

Oversee nurse managers, assistant nurse managers, and staff nurse practice and development.

Staff Management

Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff and nurse managers.

Maintain appropriate staffing levels and scheduling to support patient care needs.

Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Address employee performance issues and disciplinary actions as needed.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, including accreditation standards.

Maintain readiness for inspections and audits from agencies such as ANC C, DOH, The Joint Commission, and CMS.

Promote infection prevention, patient safety, and risk management initiatives.

Financial & Operational Oversight

Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets.

Monitor labor costs, productivity, and resource utilization.

Participate in strategic planning and hospital operational initiatives.

Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational goals and nursing strategies.

Patient Experience & Quality Improvement

Promote patient experience and quality outcomes.

Analyze patient care data and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement programs.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with physicians, department leaders, and executive management.

Participate in hospital committees and leadership meetings.

Communicate organizational updates and expectations to nursing teams.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing Required.

Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.

Minimum 5–10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Previous management or director-level experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of hospital operations, accreditation standards, and healthcare regulations.

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

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Worksite address

summit, NJ, 07902, US

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