RWJBarnabas Health
Director Patient Care Pediatrics Operating Room
RWJBarnabas Health, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Job Overview
Director Patient Care – Pediatrics Operating Room
Location: Main Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ
Department: Peds Operating Room
Req #: 0000210793
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $108,160.00 - $156,000.00 per year
Location specifics: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Description RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and compassionate Director of Patient Care to lead the Pediatric Operating Room at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. This is a senior perioperative leadership role overseeing the clinical, operational, and strategic performance of the pediatric OR to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and patient/family-centered care.
The Director will utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate optimal patient care and will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatric specialists, and perioperative leadership to drive surgical excellence, OR scheduling, block time management, throughput, and case flow. The role requires strong communication, leadership, employee engagement, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the pediatric operating room, overseeing all clinical and operational functions 24/7
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatric specialists, and perioperative leadership to drive surgical excellence and improve OR efficiency, throughput, and case flow
Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies, procedures, and standards to align with hospital goals, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based practices
Monitor and improve clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety metrics, and quality benchmarks across all surgical services
Lead efforts to maximize block utilization, scheduling accuracy, and interdepartmental communication to support high-quality, timely surgical care
Ensure adequate staffing and team development to meet patient needs while fostering a culture of engagement and professional growth
Prepare and execute strategic operating room goals in collaboration with leadership
Drive operational excellence by leveraging data to identify trends, implement best practices, and optimize resource utilization
Qualifications
Required:
BSN required; MSN preferred
Minimum five (5) years of Operating Room experience
OR leadership experience required
Pediatric OR experience strongly preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required:
NJ Nursing Licensure; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association
OR leadership experience required; MSN and CNOR preferred
Scheduling:
Day shift, Monday – Friday with some weekend commitment and holiday rotation; full-time – 40 hours per week
Benefits and Perks
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 Partners (e.g., NJ Devils, Verizon, etc.)
About Us Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital, part of the RWJBarnabas Health system, is a nationally recognized center of excellence offering cutting-edge pediatric care across a wide range of specialties.
Join a team where leadership directly impacts the lives of children and families, delivering care with compassion, innovation, and excellence. Collaborate with other perioperative services to provide high-quality care.
Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Location: Main Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ
Department: Peds Operating Room
Req #: 0000210793
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $108,160.00 - $156,000.00 per year
Location specifics: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Description RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and compassionate Director of Patient Care to lead the Pediatric Operating Room at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. This is a senior perioperative leadership role overseeing the clinical, operational, and strategic performance of the pediatric OR to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and patient/family-centered care.
The Director will utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to facilitate optimal patient care and will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatric specialists, and perioperative leadership to drive surgical excellence, OR scheduling, block time management, throughput, and case flow. The role requires strong communication, leadership, employee engagement, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the pediatric operating room, overseeing all clinical and operational functions 24/7
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatric specialists, and perioperative leadership to drive surgical excellence and improve OR efficiency, throughput, and case flow
Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental policies, procedures, and standards to align with hospital goals, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based practices
Monitor and improve clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, safety metrics, and quality benchmarks across all surgical services
Lead efforts to maximize block utilization, scheduling accuracy, and interdepartmental communication to support high-quality, timely surgical care
Ensure adequate staffing and team development to meet patient needs while fostering a culture of engagement and professional growth
Prepare and execute strategic operating room goals in collaboration with leadership
Drive operational excellence by leveraging data to identify trends, implement best practices, and optimize resource utilization
Qualifications
Required:
BSN required; MSN preferred
Minimum five (5) years of Operating Room experience
OR leadership experience required
Pediatric OR experience strongly preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required:
NJ Nursing Licensure; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association
OR leadership experience required; MSN and CNOR preferred
Scheduling:
Day shift, Monday – Friday with some weekend commitment and holiday rotation; full-time – 40 hours per week
Benefits and Perks
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 Partners (e.g., NJ Devils, Verizon, etc.)
About Us Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital, part of the RWJBarnabas Health system, is a nationally recognized center of excellence offering cutting-edge pediatric care across a wide range of specialties.
Join a team where leadership directly impacts the lives of children and families, delivering care with compassion, innovation, and excellence. Collaborate with other perioperative services to provide high-quality care.
Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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