Job Title : Administrative Director, (RN) Emergency
Department Location : RWJ University Hospital Rahway, Rahway, NJ
Department Name : Emergency Unit Req. : 0000202270 Status : Full Time
Shift : Day Pay Range : $150,000 — $190,000 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 Summary : The role of the
Administrative Director (RN) of the Emergency Services Department
assures service, growth, development, personnel management, and
resource allocation and management controls to ensure consistent
high-quality patient care in the Emergency Department. The
Administrative Director is a professional Registered Nurse leader
responsible for the implementation of the mission, vision,
philosophy, core values and standards of practice for all staff in
their unit. The Administrative Director will work collaboratively
with the ED leadership team to support and provide oversight of the
daily ED operations, including off-shifts and weekends; this
position is accountable for managing all clinical, administrative,
and financial functions within the ED on a 24-hour basis. He / she
will ensure a constant state of survey readiness within the
department. The Administrative Director will conduct customer
service-focused leader rounding to ensure exemplary patient
experience. This role may be required to assist with occasional
facility-supervision coverage as needed. Administrative Director
responsibilities : Accurately identify real / potential problems
affecting the service and implement solutions with follow-through
and communication Actively participate in service, departmental and
hospital-wide committees as assigned, providing ongoing
communication to those represented Advance the patient experience
agenda in the Emergency Department Coach immediate subordinates and
provide feedback; constructive critique of work; facilitates
individual development plans; and documents their job performance.
Adhere to all Human Resource policies Effectively communicate
departmental, organization and industry information to staff
Facilitate evidence-based employee engagement practices Effectively
build strong relationships and networks to deliver upon
organizational and department goals Participate in employee and
patient rounding and identify and mentor potential future leaders
Enforce standards of emergency department care and develop
processes to measure and ensure consistent compliance Develop,
implement, and evaluate an ongoing emergency services program which
assures quality patient care consistent with the hospital's
mission. Monitor compliance with regulatory, accrediting and
hospital policy for patient services, and environmental and
personnel safety Oversee a PI program that consistently monitors
and evaluates critical aspects of care Responsible for the
department's operational excellence; ensures the department
delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies,
procedures and professional standards Implement and follow the
Hospital Exposure Control Plans / Blood-borne and Airborne Pathogens
Seek new program strategies and / or program enhancements which would
expand patient services Develop, prioritize, and defend all capital
equipment requests Responsible for the fiscal management of the
department; assures proper utilization of the organization's
financial resources Perform other duties as assigned
Education / Training / Certification / Licensure : 7–10 years of direct
experience in the field as a licensed NJ RN with 3 years of recent
acute care ED Director experience. Bachelor's degree in nursing
required Master’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, or
Business Administration is required, DNP / PhD preferred. Basic Life
Support (BLS) required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required Certified
Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
preferred Benefits and Perks : At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees
are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing
promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive
benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical,
emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.
These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to : Paid
Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement
Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision
Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition
Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending
Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our
Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier
healthcare destination providing patient-centered facilities,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable
manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience for 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
have a unique impact on 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.
Administrative Director • Rahway, NJ, US