Administrative Director (RN), Rahway, NJ, Emergency Department, Full Time

Company: RWJ Rahway
Location: Rahway
Posted on: November 2, 2025

Job Description:

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.

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