Program Manager, Magnet Newton​/Hackettstown Medical Center

Overview

Newton and Hackettstown Medical Centers are seeking a Magnet Coordinator for our Nursing Administration Department, working primarily Monday–Friday.

• Coordinate activities to attain and maintain ANCC Magnet status, including education, coordination and facilitation of Magnet Work Teams, and acting as a resource for Shared Governance Councils.
• Conduct assessment of Magnet readiness/gap analysis, submit applications, and verify that all requirements are met.
• Design and implement processes to maintain Magnet performance requirements in anticipation of future re‑application.
• Facilitate and oversee preparation of documentation, policies, research and informational sessions related to maintaining magnet status.
• Oversee collection and submission of key nursing‑sensitive outcome indicators and develop quarterly and annual reports for the ANCC Magnet office and executive leadership.
• Develop a solid business acumen with a foundational understanding of healthcare finance principles to enhance fiscal performance and viability.

• Problem Solving
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  Identify and resolve problems timely, analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions, and manage emotional or complex situations.
• Project Management
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  Plan, coordinate, communicate progress, and complete projects on time and within budget.
• Customer Service
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  Enhance patient experience, manage difficult situations promptly, solicit feedback, and meet commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills
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  Resolve conflicts, maintain confidentiality, listen without interrupting, and remain open to new ideas.
• Teamwork
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  Establish and support an active unit Practice Council, balance team and individual responsibilities, and build morale.
• Change Management
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  Develop implementation plans, communicate changes effectively, build commitment, and evaluate results.
• Delegation
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  Assign work, set expectations, and recognize results.
• Leadership
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  Transformational leader who inspires and motivates others, influences actions, and accepts feedback.
• Managing People
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  Utilize shared governance and evidence‑based practice for improvement, provide performance feedback, and develop subordinates.
• Quality Management
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  Drive process improvement using FAST PDSA methodology and maintain accuracy and thoroughness.
• Business Acumen
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  Understand business implications, focus on profitability, and align work with organizational goals.
• Cost Consciousness
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  Operate within approved budgets, implement cost‑saving measures, and conserve resources.
• Ethics
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  Treat people with respect, uphold organizational values, and act with integrity.
• Safety and Security
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  Observe procedures, report unsafe conditions, and use equipment properly.
• Judgment
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  Make timely, sound decisions, and include appropriate people in decision making.
• Quality/Performance Improvement
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  Create metric reports, benchmark against national metrics, and present findings to stakeholders.

• Education
  : BSN required. MSN required.
• Certifications
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  Specialty Nursing Certification preferred.
• Licenses
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  Valid New Jersey Nursing License required.
• Experience
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  • At least 5 years in Quality Improvement, Performance Improvement, leadership, or Magnet Coordinator role within a Magnet‑designated facility.
  • Experience with NDNQI, quality/process improvement, patient satisfaction/HCAHPS measures and compliance.
  • Proficiency with word, excel, and PowerPoint applications.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hrs/week or more for full‑time and part‑time).
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability with optional supplements.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave.
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising.
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave.
• Backup and On-Site Childcare.
• Well-Being Rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts.
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft, and Legal Insurance.

Note:

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.