Assistant Director of Patient Care (RN) Coronary Care Unit C-6 Unit Full Time Night

Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Coronary Care Unit-C6

Req #: 0000271831

Status: Salaried

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $127,512.73 - $165,766.55 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

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care.

Assistant Director of Patient Care (RN) – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As an Assistant Director of Patient Care (RN), a typical day may include:

• Manages patient care delivery on an assigned shift
• Assists the Patient Care Director 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 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 model clinical skills necessary to provide care to patients
• Assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.
• Maintains accurate current information re: patient placement availability, status of critical care units, potential discharges and hospital census.
• Interprets legal aspects of hospital related issues and assures communication of incidents to Risk Management/Public Relations.
• Maintains expertise and up to date knowledge of current nursing practice and acts as a clinical resource person.
• Maintains the standards of nursing care which are evidence based and outcome driven and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Nursing Department and are based on ethical principles which adhere to the ANA code of ethics.
• Directs operations when hospital is in a crisis mode, referring to admin-on-call as necessary.
• Communicate with Administrative Director/Department Head regarding issues of concern specific to employee performance/behavior.

This role might be for you if

• 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
• Collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen
• To be considered for this RN opportunity , you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire and ACLS required. A bachelor’s degree required and a master’s degree preferred. At least 2 years of critical care nursing experience or 2 years of acute care nursing experience with previous management experience is highly preferred. Must be comfortable with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Full-time night shift is 36 hours per week with a weekend commitment and the schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs.

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!

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 aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer