Assistant Director (RN) Operating Room Center Full Time Day

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 128,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holi

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support

Wellness Programs

Discounts and Employee Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Jersey City Medical Center seeks an Assistant Director (RN) for the Operating Room Center. The role leads clinical operations, drives compliance with CMS and AORN standards, and partners with the nurse educator to implement best practices in sterile technique and room efficiency.

Day shift, full-time role overseeing staffing and staff development while maintaining high patient safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• BSN required with RN licensure in NJ or compact licensure.
• Experience in operating room settings, including charge nurse roles.
• Minimum 8 hours/year of leadership-focused professional development.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills for electronic health records and staffing.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of policies, procedures and CMS/AORN standards.
• Support patient and staff engagement and collaborate with nurse educators.
• Ensure adherence to sterile techniques and optimize room efficiency.
• Participate in hiring and evaluating OR staff.
• Serve as clinical resource and role model on the unit.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

BSN

MSN (preferred)

Job description

Assistant Director (RN) Operating Room Center Full Time Day

Req #: 0000261856

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Pay Range: $127,500.00 - $165,800.00 per year

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Job Overview

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-
art medical treatment across various disciplines. Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 "A" national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located- in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

Qualifications

Required:

• BSN
• OR Experience
• OR Charge Nurse Experience
• Must complete a minimum of 8 hours per year of professional development focused hospital wide leadership issues
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient Computer Skills

Preferred:

• MSN from an accredited school
• 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
• Full Time
• 5 Days a week

Essential Functions

The Assistant 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 ADPC 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

The Assistant Director should be proficient in the room, working during a surgical case and running the desk if occasionally needs to cover those duties. Other duties as assigned may include, but not limited to, quality improvement work and work related to ensuring Magnet standards.

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!

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 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer