Asst Director Patient Care Medical-Surgical Unit-II

600 River Road
Lakewood, NJ

Job Title: Asst Director Patient Care

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-II

Req #: 0000247541

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $121,935.54 - $156,140.92 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.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Director of Patient Care for the Medical Surgical Unit II at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. The Assistant Director of Patient Care Assists the Administrative Director of Patient Care to manage and deliver patient care services. Supports the nursing staff in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on department and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

Required

  • BSN or currently matriculating
  • At least 3 years Nursing management experience
  • Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing

Preferred

  • MSN highly preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required

  • BLS certification
  • Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

  • 0700a-0730p & 0700-1530
  • In two weeks employee will work six 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour shift
  • Every other weekend

Essential Functions:

  • Directs patient care in a manner which ensures that the standards of patient care, hospital and regulatory agencies are met; ensures that the nursing process forms the basis for delivery of excellent patient care.
  • Promotes quality of patient care through developing plans for patient care delivery in assigned areas; recommends/selects appropriate unit based indicators to measure performance and communicates findings as required; collaborates with nursing administration to provide leadership for short or long term planning of the department in accordance with all hospital and regulatory agencies.
  • Acts as a mentor/educator to Administrative Supervisors, Directors and staff; appropriately coordinates and integrates nursing care with departments within the facility; develops and implements policy and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.
  • Confers with department directors soliciting their counsel about any problems in technique, procedures within the Nursing Division.
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the department(s) provision of services.

Benefits and Perks:

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 2026-04-30

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