Assistant Director of Patient Care, Cardio Thoracic ICU/CVICU

Job Title: Assistant Director of Patient Care

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department: Cardio Thoracic ICU

Req #:

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $121,935.54 - $156,140.92 annually

Pay Transparency:

This salary range represents the expected annual compensation for this role if employed in New Jersey. The final salary offered will be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

Job Overview

Our organization is in search of a committed Assistant Director of Patient Care for the Cardio Thoracic ICU/Cardiovascular ICU Department at our New Brunswick campus.

QualificationsRequired:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is mandatory.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in an ICU setting is essential.

Preferred:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is highly desirable.
• Prior leadership experience is preferred.
• Experience with patients undergoing Cardiac and Vascular Surgery is advantageous.
• CCRN certification is preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• An active Registered Nurse License in New Jersey is necessary.

Scheduling Requirements

• Day shift, 40 hours per week.
• Full-time position.
• On-call leadership coverage is expected.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and guidance to achieve the unit's and organization's objectives.
• Communicate effectively with staff, manage resources, and oversee services.
• Assist the Director in daily unit operations and delegated tasks.
• Responsible for 50% of patient care duties.
• Collaboratively develop and maintain staff schedules and payroll.
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure staff accountability.

Benefits and Perks

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a wide range of benefits and resources aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees.

• 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 various partners, including local sports teams and services.

Why Join Us?

We are dedicated to providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, ensuring an exceptional work experience for every team member. Our mission is to enhance community health, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we are committed to advancing innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

We strive to make a meaningful impact in local communities across New Jersey, improving health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of our residents, whether it involves coordinating care for complex health issues or enhancing community health through local initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer