Director of Patient Care (RN) Psych Involuntary Child & Adol Full Time Day in Elizabeth, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Director Patient Care

Location: NEW POINT CAMPUS

Department Name: Involuntary Psych Child & Adol

Req #: 0000269595

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $151,700.00 - $195,000.00 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:

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Director of Patient Care (RN) will oversee the nursing services throughout the Behavioral Health department including 40 inpatient- bed unit for child and adolescent program that provides crisis stabilization, intermediate levels of care and developmental disabilities. This Director role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Director, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization with supportive and empowering leadership qualities. The candidate should share in the mission, vision and values of the RWJBarnabas Health family. Participates in department and hospital wide Patient Safety and Quality committees. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every employee is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

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

• Act as an integral part of the Nursing Leadership Team at Trinitas Regional Medical Center
• Responsible for multiple teams who support daily essential patient care
• Provides 24 hour accountability for patient care delivery for specific cost centers
• Staff includes Assist Director's, RN's, Ancillary / Technician's and Unit Secretaries
• Ensures that quality age appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients on his/her nursing unit 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
• Evaluates staff performance in accordance with organizational policies
• Develops, implements and maintains unit budget & quality measures
• Participates in nursing quality assurance
• Maintains unit administration, including scheduling and maintains of supplies and equipment
• Uses and understands the principles of growth and development to assess each patients age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care
• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
• Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care.
• Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning.
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression
• Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.
• Supports the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of the Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies.

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 were 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 Director of Patient Care (RN) opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement in good standing and current American Heart Association BLS certification. A Master's degree is strongly preferred; a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and graduation from an accredited School of Nursing required. At least 3-5 year's of progressive nursing leadership in a Behavioral Health setting. Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical and or Telemetry nursing experience is preferred, as is Psychiatric-Mental Health certifications and/or national nursing certifications, and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. In this position, you will work 8:30am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. This position offers a Day Shift and Full Time schedule, 37.5 working hours weekly. .

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 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
• 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