Director of Patient Care (RN) Operating Room Full Time Day

Job Title: Director Patient Care

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Operating Room

Req #: 0000272399

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $151,600.00 - $204,800.00 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:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Administrative Director of Patient Care RN for our Perioperative Services at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. With over 700 physicians and 2,100 employees, we offer advanced treatment for a wide variety of medical conditions. In 2017, the Medical Center completed a state-of-the-art campus expansion featuring a new four-story 87,000 square foot building with a private, 32-bed Intensive Care Unit, new Main Entrance and Lobby, Retail Pharmacy, Patient Registration Area and newly expanded Emergency Department.

Qualifications:

Required:

•  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
•  OR RN Experience
• OR Charge Nurse Experience
•  Must complete a minimum of 8 hours per year of professional development focused on hospital-wide leadership issues
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient Computer Skills

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, or Business (MSN, MHA, or MBA) is strongly preferred.
• OR Leadership Experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

•   CNOR Certification preferred or required within one year of hire
•   Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
•   BLS from the American Heart Association

 Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 40 hours per week
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

The Director of Patient Care must be committed to maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice in the operating room. This individual will provide expert oversight of and drive compliance with established policies, procedures and regulatory standards set forth by CMS and AORN. They will also support positive patient and employee engagement and work with the nurse educator to ensure current best practices are in use. The director will also ensure adherence to surgical protocols, including, but not limited to, upholding strict sterile techniques and optimal room efficiency, in order to promote a culture of quality care and patient safety, and drive the mission and vision of RWJBH-JCMC. This person will maintain high visibility on the unit and function as a clinical resource and role model for the staff. Will also participate in hiring and evaluating staff.

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. Other duties assigned may include but are not limited to quality improvement work.  

 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 on 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