Job Description
Job Title: Director Patient Care
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr
Department Name: Labor & Delivery
Req #: 0000225505
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 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:
Ensures that quality age-appropriate nursing care is delivered to all patients in his/her nursing unit in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures and program plans of the hospital. Assists with the development of patient care standards, orientation and continuing education. Evaluates staff performance in accordance with organizational policies. Participates in nursing quality assurance. Performs scheduling and maintenance of supplies and equipment. Use and understand the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age-specific needs and provide age-specific treatment and care.
Our private birthing rooms, equipped with birthing beds, are designed to blend home-like, comfortable surroundings with the most up-to-date technology and equipment. The Labor & Delivery Suite consists of 18 private birthing rooms, 4 traditional delivery rooms and a large recovery room. All of our birthing rooms are private and have birthing beds.
Qualifications:
Required:
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing
At least 2 years acute care Labor & Delivery nursing experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Organizational ability and leadership skills
Demonstrated clinical expertise in area standards
Successful completion of all Orientation Programs
Preferred:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Current Registered Nurse License in the state of New Jersey
CPR certification
BCLS certification
ACLS certification
NRP certification
Additional certifications may be required as per the Administrative Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy
Scheduling Requirements:
Full-Time
Day Shift
37.5 Hrs weekly
5 days per week
Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs
Essential Functions:
The Director of Patient Care is responsible for assisting the AVP in defining, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the philosophy and objectives for their designated areas to insure the optimal delivery of care and services to all patients in an environment that promotes professional development and continues to assure financial viability. The primary goal is the delivery of competent, efficient and cost-effective care. Ensure that the unit is in compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations
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 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 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.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 1, 2026
Job Type:
Business
Location:
Livingston, New Jersey, 07039, United States
Company:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
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