Assistant Vice President Nursing

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Assistant Vice President of Nursing for Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center.

The Assistant Vice President of Nursing reports to the Chief Nursing Officer for the development, organization, regulatory compliance, and ongoing leadership for Patient Care Services and Nursing Practice at the 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 and MSN (or currently enrolled in program) Required.
• Current New Jersey RN Licensure
• BLS required. (American Heart Association)
• Qualified candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of professional nursing management experience in an inpatient and or outpatient hospital-based setting.
• A minimum of two years of behavioral health related work experience is preferred,

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time 40 Hours per week

Essential Functions:

• The AVP, 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,
• The AVP will utilize emerging trends, issues, technology, and a comprehensive understanding of the organization s mission, vision, and goals to direct the nursing leadership, service delivery, performance improvement, and evaluation of nursing/clinical standards of performance,
• In addition to nursing leadership responsibility for assigned Patient Care Departments, the AVP will have oversight of our Safety Together culture, Trauma Informed Care initiatives, and special projects, and other duties as assigned.
• The AVP is responsible for creating an environment committed to leveraging Safety Together and High Reliability standards and values to provide the highest level of safe and quality care to the patients we serve,
• This includes strategic planning and integration of patient care services practices, policies, and procedures.

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