Director Patient Care

1691 U.S. Highway 9
Toms River, NJ

Job Title: Director Patient Care

Location: Central Jersey Behavioral

Department Name: Adult Psych (AP)

Req #: 0000225624

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $142,322.65 - $187,369.10 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 Director Patient Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center.

The Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center (with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus Behavioral Health Services) constitutes a freestanding 100-bed acute care psychiatric facility which provides inpatient and intensive outpatient programs for adults and older adults diagnosed with psychiatric and dual disorders. As an integrated healthcare system with an outstanding national reputation, we’re proud to offer clinical opportunities on a scale few healthcare systems can match!

We welcome you to come and be part of a team that offers professional growth opportunities, as well as a working culture that places a high value on teamwork and relationship-building.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • BSN Required.
  • Current New Jersey RN Licensure
  • BLS required. (American Heart Association)
  • Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of professional nursing management experience in an inpatient and or outpatient hospital-based setting.
  • A minimum of three years of behavioral health related work experience is required,

Scheduling Requirements :

  • Full Time 40 Hours per week
  • Hours- subject to change as necessary- M-F 8-430pm; 24/7 responsibility and accountability

Essential Functions:

  • The Clinical Director works collaboratively with psychiatric providers, interdisciplinary teams, and senior leadership to enhance patient outcomes, support team development, and promote a safe, therapeutic environment
  • The Director, as a nursing leader, has accountability for the daily operations of patient care and for the development of services as well as recommending organizational program enhancements based on industry best practices and data analysis
  • This role includes responsibility for staffing, budgeting, performance improvement, policy development, and clinical oversight,
  • The role will also include nursing administrative coverage as assigned,
  • The Clinical Director serves as a mentor and role model, fostering a culture of compassion, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement,

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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 2025-11-24

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