Job Title: Director Patient Care
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Medical Surgical Unit VI
Status: Salaried
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.
Director Patient Care Medical Surgical Unit VI (6N)As the Director Patient Care Medical Surgical Unit VI (6N), a typical day may include:- Directing daily operations of Medical Surgical Unit VI (6N), 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 and represent Medical Surgical Unit VI 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 a Medical Surgical Unit in a 24/7 environment.
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. ACLS and BLS certification through the American Heart Association
Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- 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!
