ASSOCIATE CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Cooper Norcross Health; Upper Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health is seeking a Nursing Unit Leader to oversee the direction and evaluation of patient care within the assigned unit. You will work under the Clinical Director and collaborate with nursing and medical staff to ensure high-quality, cost-effective care.

This role requires independent judgment and strong leadership to manage workload and departmental operations. The position emphasizes coordination of interdepartmental activities, staff development, and acting as a liaison to

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical nursing experience with 1 year of leadership demonstrated.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Graduate from an NLN accredited school of nursing; Bachelor’s in Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the direction, implementation and evaluation of patient care services within the assigned unit.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities to ensure quality, cost-effective patient care.
• Lead the patient care team to meet departmental objectives and support nursing staff development.
• Serve as liaison between nursing and medical staff to drive positive change and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Nursing knowledge

Education

NLN-accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.
Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.
The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with Advanced Recovery Systems.
Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.
More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.
Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Short Description

Assumes responsibility and accountability for the direction, implementation and evaluation of patient care services within the assigned unit at the direction of the Clinical Director and in his/her absence. This role is broad in scope and requires the ability to work independently and apply a high degree of judgment. Assigns work load and assumes responsibility for the operational functioning of the department. Ensures the delivery of patient care through the coordination of customer services and the leadership and management of the nursing unit at the direction of the Clinical Director. Assists the Clinical Director in coordinating interdepartmental and ancillary activities to ensure quality, cost-effective patient care. Assists the Clinical Manager in directing the preparation and maintenance of patient’s clinical record, including nursing and medical treatments and related services provided by the Registered Nurse. Assists the Clinical Director in leading the patient care team to meet the needs of the customers and to achieve departmental objectives. Assists the Clinical Director in ensuring that the staff participates in educational activities and the evaluation process to enhance their personal growth and development. Acting as a liaison between nursing and medical staff, serving as a problem-solver and mediator for positive change; develops and maintains effective intra and interdepartmental relationships.
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the direction, implementation and evaluation
of patient care services within the assigned unit at the direction of the Clinical Director and
in his/her absence.
This role is broad in scope and requires the ability to work independently and apply a high
degree of judgment.
Assigns work load and assumes responsibility for the operational functioning of the
department.
Ensures the delivery of patient care through the coordination of customer services and
the leadership and management of the nursing unit at the direction of the Clinical Director.

Experience Required

A minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with 1 year of demonstrated leadership abilities.
Requires strong planning skills and a solid understanding of Patient and Family Centered Care.

Education Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Graduate from an NLN accredited school of nursing.
Bachelor’s in Nursing required.

License/Certification Requirements

Current New Jersey license as a Registered Nurse, BLS certification.
National certification preferred within area of specialty for critical care, operating room, endoscopy and trauma.
Certain specialties may require advanced certification (i.e. ACLS, NRP, PALS).