Assistant Vice President, Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy
RWJBarnabas Health
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Job summary
RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Nursing Workforce and Resource Strategy in New Jersey. The role leads enterprise workforce planning, care model design, and resource stewardship across the system, partnering with HR, finance, and nursing leadership to strengthen recruitment, retention, and financial stewardship.
The AVP will analyze staffing trends, develop innovative care delivery models, and advise executive leadership on labor strategy and regulatory implications,
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a related field and active New Jersey nursing license are required.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience within professional healthcare settings.
- Ability to influence strategy and drive collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Develop enterprise nursing workforce strategies and workforce planning models.
- Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and nursing leaders to drive staffing and operational performance.
- Provide data-driven recommendations using workforce analytics and market insights.
Skills
Education
Job description
Req #: 0000258793
Category: Nursing Management / Leadership
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: Nursing Administration
Pay Range: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year
Location: 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Title: Assistant Vice President
Location: SBC Corporation
Department Name: Nursing Administration
Req #: 0000258793
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $200,000.00 - $300,000.00 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.
serves as the corporate nursing leader responsible for enterprise nursing workforce planning, care model design, and resource stewardship across the system. 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
- 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.
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!
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
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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