Nursing Services Operations Lead

Optimacare; Union City (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimacare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing in New Jersey to support the Director of Nursing and help translate philosophy into care delivery. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care system to ensure resident well‑being.

Responsibilities include developing policies, evaluating care quality, orienting staff, supervising daily nursing operations, and coordinating with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current RN licensure in NJ.
• Minimum 3 years full-time or equivalent clinical experience; 2+ years in long-term care with 1 year in management preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of nursing care philosophy, objectives, and standards.
• Consult with Director of Nursing to evaluate quality of care and identify practice improvements.
• Participate in orientation programs for nursing staff and oversee staff development in absence of the Director of Staff Development.

Skills

Nursing theory

Nursing equipment

Medication knowledge

Independent work

Supervisory ability

Instructions comprehension

Licensing regulations

Education

RN licensure (NJ)

3+ years clinical experience

BSN preferred

Job description

Optimacare is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing in New Jersey to support the Director of Nursing and help translate philosophy into care delivery. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care system to ensure resident well‑being.

Responsibilities include developing policies, evaluating care quality, orienting staff, supervising daily nursing operations, and coordinating with regulatory requirements.