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Asst Director Patient Care Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Step Down Full Time Nights

RWJBarnabas Health
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/18/2026
Req #: 0000223953

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department: Nursing B6 Step Down

Pay Range: $124,414.76 - $159,263.78 per year

Location:

201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Nursing B6 Step Down

Req #: 0000223953

Status: Salaried

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $124,414.76 - $159,263.78 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.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • New Jersey RN License
  • Cardiac or Telemetry experience required
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • 1–3 years relative clinical practice

Preferred

  • Master's degree in nursing preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant management/leadership experience preferred
  • Relevant certification preferred (Med./Surg - Telemetry)
  • Goal and outcome oriented
  • Demonstrated Leadership experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Certifications And Licenses Required

  • BLS upon hire and ACLS within 6 months of start date
  • Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements

  • Full-Time Nights, 36 hours per week - salaried position
  • Monday – Friday, may require some weekend/holiday coverage

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

  • The Assistant Director of Patient Care role will assist the Director in overseeing all clinical operations in the unit.
  • The Assistant Director will assist in managing the day-to-day clinical operations of the unit through oversight of all clinical staff and quality improvement, with the goal of cost-efficient, high-quality, value-driven care under the direction of the Director.
  • Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of operations of the Department consisting of a group of clearly defined personnel.
  • Assists in the direction of and participates in the Department’s planning, budgeting, education and human resources activities.
  • Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory governing bodies. Initiate programs to improve organizational performance to enhance provision of services.
  • Ensures that quality, age-appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients in his/her nursing unit in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital.
  • Participates in nursing quality assurance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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