Assistant Vice President, Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy

RWJBarnabas Health

Short Hills (NJ)

On-site

USD 203,000 - 275,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an AVP of Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy to lead enterprise nursing workforce planning and resource stewardship across the system. Reporting to the System Chief Nursing Officer, you will partner with HR, Finance, and nursing leadership to advance recruitment, retention, and workforce sustainability.

A typical day includes developing strategies with executives, analyzing workforce data to inform decisions, and collaborating on innovative care delivery models

Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field.
Active New Jersey nursing license.
Demonstrated leadership experience (at least 5 years) in healthcare leadership environments.
Ability to translate workforce insights into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

Partner with System Chief Nurse Executive, HR, Finance, and nursing leaders to develop enterprise workforce strategies.
Analyze workforce trends, staffing analytics, and labor market insights to optimize resources.
Collaborate to design innovative care delivery models, staffing solutions, and deployment strategies.
Advise executive leadership on nursing labor strategy and related regulatory/financial implications.
Coordinate with Finance, Legal, HR, and site leaders on resource allocation and workforce investments.
Lead enterprise initiatives advancing workforce innovation and sustainable practices.

Skills

Analytics

Leadership

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Nursing license in New Jersey (active)

Job description

Job Title: AVP Nursing Administration

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: Nursing Administration

Req #: 0000266379

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $203,200.00 - $274,500.00 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.

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy serves as the corporate nursing leader responsible for enterprise nursing workforce planning, care model design, and resource stewardship across the system. Reporting to the System Chief Nursing Officer and in partnership with Human Resources, and nursing leadership, this role develops and advances strategies that strengthen recruitment, retention, workforce sustainability, labor readiness, and financial stewardship in alignment with organizational goals.

As Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy,a typical day might include:

Partnering with the System Chief Nurse Executive, Human Resources, Finance, and nursing leaders to develop and execute enterprise workforce strategies that strengthen recruitment, retention, staffing sustainability, and operational performance across the health system
Analyzing workforce trends, staffing analytics, productivity metrics, and labor market insights to identify opportunities for improvement and provide data-driven recommendations that optimize nursing resources and support safe, high-quality patient care
Collaborating with nursing and operational leaders to design and implement innovative care delivery models, workforce deployment strategies, scheduling approaches, and staffing solutions that address the evolving needs of healthcare delivery
Advising executive leadership on nursing labor strategy, including contract negotiations, workforce risk mitigation, labor readiness planning, and the operational and financial implications of regulatory and legislative changes
Partnering with Finance, Legal, Human Resources, and site leaders to evaluate resource allocation, productivity performance, and workforce investments while developing strategies that balance quality care delivery with financial stewardship
Leading enterprise initiatives focused on the future of nursing by advancing workforce innovation, standardizing workforce management practices, and creating sustainable solutions that support the long-term success of the nursing workforce

This role might be for you if:

You are passionate about transforming the future of nursing by developing innovative workforce strategies that empower caregivers, improve operational effectiveness, and support exceptional patient care.
You excel at using workforce data, analytics, and market insights to influence strategic decisions and create sustainable solutions for complex nursing workforce challenges.
You thrive in a collaborative, enterprise environment where you can partner with executives, clinical leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive alignment and meaningful change.
You enjoy navigating complex workforce and labor challenges by balancing operational needs, financial priorities, regulatory requirements, and the needs of nursing teams.
You are energized by building the future of healthcare through creative care models, workforce innovation, productivity optimization, and strategies that strengthen nursing recruitment and retention.
You want to make an impact by shaping system-wide nursing workforce strategy and helping ensure a strong, resilient, and sustainable nursing workforce for the future.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must possess a master's degree in a related field and maintain an active New Jersey nursing license. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated leadership experience (at least 5 years) within professional organizations, committees, councils, or healthcare leadership environments, with a proven ability to influence strategy and drive collaboration across diverse stakeholders. Successful candidates will have experience developing workforce strategies, analyzing operational and staffing data, and partnering with nursing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and operational leaders to address complex workforce challenges. The ability to translate workforce insights into actionable recommendations is essential. Board certification in a nursing specialty is strongly preferred.

Other Things to Know:

This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it's not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we're looking for someone who's flexible and ready to grow with us.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our people are at the center of everything we do. Through our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial, and professional wellbeing. Highlights include: