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RWJBarnabas Health

Director Patient Care Nursing Administration

new brunswick, NJ

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Job description

Director Patient Care

Job Title: Director Patient Care

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Office Address: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Department: Nursing Administration

Req #:

Status: Salaried (Full-time)

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $159,200.00 - $215,100.00 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.

We are seeking an accomplished Director Patient Care Nursing Administration to advance our mission of delivering innovative, compassionate nursing care. This pivotal role provides strategic, operational, and fiscal leadership for the Medical Surgical Units, ensuring patient-centered experiences for those treated on Units. If you want to shape the future of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick by creating positive patient experiences, serve as a catalyst and role model, and support team members through their professional journey.

Typical Day

Directing daily operations of Patient Care, including scheduling, patient flow, and facilities management to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality care.

Developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures to meet regulatory, accreditation, safety, and infection control standards.

Leading multidisciplinary teams – including registered nurses, pharmacists, and ancillary staff – by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.

Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators related to patient satisfaction, throughput, and clinical outcomes; leveraging data to drive quality and process improvement.

Overseeing budget development and financial stewardship, optimizing resource allocation without compromising care quality.

Championing patient and family engagement through transparent communication, education, and advocacy.

Participate in system-wide nursing planning within institutional committees and community partnerships.

This role might be for you if

You lead with collaboration and teamwork and can rally teams to consistently deliver exceptional care

You thrive in a high reliability organization, where you encourage your team to proactively raise concerns and offer solutions

You stay calm under pressure and are flexible in managing changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

You understand what it takes to successfully operate in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have an active New Jersey RN license and a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Nursing. A Master's degree in Nursing is preferred. A minimum of 3-5 years' acute nursing experience with 1-2 years of nursing leadership experience.

BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Benefits and Perks

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 our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Worksite address

new brunswick, NJ, 08933, US

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