Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr
Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-I
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $127,512.00 - $165,766.00 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 Overview:As an Assistant Clinical Director, you will manage patient care delivery on an assigned shift and ensure that the unit department division is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations.
As an Assistant Clinical Director, a typical day may include:
- Manages patient care delivery on an assigned shift in the Medical-Surgical Unit-I
- Assists the Nurse Manager with ensuring that quality nursing care is delivered to all patients and his/her nursing units in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital
- Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education
- Provides input into the evaluation of staff performance in accordance with organization policies
- Participates in nursing Quality Improvement
- Assists with unit administration, including scheduling, payroll and maintenance of supplies and equipment
- Maintains and role models clinical skills necessary to provide care to patients
- Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age-specific needs and provide age-specific treatment and care
This role might be for you if:
- You have at least 2 years acute care nursing experience or 2 years acute care nursing experience with preview management experience
- Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
- Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
- Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
- A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
- Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
- Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
- A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen
To be considered for this Assistant Clinical Director opportunity, you must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing, hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, ACLS certification, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A bachelor's degree in nursing or currently matriculating is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Additional certifications may be required as per the Administrative Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy. This position offers a full-time day shift schedule with occasional weekend coverage.
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 Time
- Retirement Plans
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Planning Support
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Community and Volunteer Opportunities
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
- ....and more!
