Asst Director Patient Care

Company: RWJ New Brunswick
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: March 4, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick Department Name: Medical Surgical Unit III Req : 0000220488 Status: Salaried Shift: Night Pay Range: $47.85 - $71.72 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: RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Director of Patient Care for Medical Surgical Unit III at the New Brunswick campus. We focus on patients with neurological diagnoses including stroke, epilepsy and spinal surgery. Nurses on Medical Surgical Unit III demonstrate nursing expertise, flexibility, resilience, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and teamwork. Qualifications: Required: BSN required At least 2 years of nursing experience required Preferred: MSN highly preferred Previous experience as a nursing director is preferred Certifications and Licenses Required: BLS and ACLS certification Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License Scheduling Requirements : Night Shift, 40 hours per week Full-Time On Call Leadership Coverage Essential Functions: Provides leadership and direction in order to fulfill the goals and objectives of the unit/organization. Effectively communicates information to staff, utilizes resources and manages staff and services. Assists the Director with the daily operations of the unit and delegated responsibilities. Will be assigned 50 percent of patient care responsibilities. Collaboratively prepares and maintains staff schedule and payroll. Effectively collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and drives through-out staff accountability. 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! 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

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