HSA
About The Position
The Health Services Administrator (HSA) oversees day-to-day healthcare operations at the Atlantic County Justice Facility in Mays Landing, New Jersey. The role ensures safe, effective, and compliant medical, mental health, and behavioral health services in accordance with contractual obligations, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards, including NCCHC and ACA. The HSA manages healthcare staff, coordinates clinical operations, and serves as the primary point of contact for facility leadership on health services. The HSA oversees staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, clinical quality, and operational compliance; supervises and develops nursing and clinical staff; and establishes and enforces clinical policies and procedures. The role collaborates with correctional staff, facility administration, corporate and regional leadership, client representatives, and external stakeholders. It also manages the healthcare unit budget and resources, supports emergency response and preparedness, and performs additional duties and special projects as assigned to support CFG Health Systems.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where the facility is located, or a bachelor’s degree in health administration, nursing, or a related field; the qualifications also specify a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Maintain a current copy of the RN license on file at the facility at all times.
- At least three years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting; the qualifications section specifies at least three years of management experience or equivalent supervisory nursing experience in a healthcare setting.
- At least two years in a leadership or supervisory role, as stated in the education and experience requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare regulations, clinical operations, and accreditation standards.
- Strong leadership, management, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Knowledge of correctional healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
- Must pass all required background and security clearance checks.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred; examples include an MHA or MBA with an undergraduate degree in nursing.
- Previous correctional healthcare experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the health services unit, including medical, mental health, and behavioral health services.
- Ensure adequate staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet the facility’s healthcare needs.
- Monitor clinical performance, quality indicators, and operational compliance.
- Supervise nursing and clinical staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
- Foster a positive work environment that supports professional development and adherence to clinical standards.
- Conduct regular staff meetings and maintain open communication channels.
- Ensure healthcare services meet NCCHC, ACA, DDOC, and organizational standards.
- Conduct audits of medical records, clinical practices, and procedural compliance.
- Develop, implement, and enforce clinical policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Collaborate with regional leadership on quality improvement initiatives.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the healthcare unit and correctional staff, administration, and external stakeholders.
- Communicate operational or clinical concerns to staff, facility leadership, and oversight agencies.
- Participate in meetings with corporate leadership and client representatives as required.
- Manage the healthcare unit budget, including staffing, supplies, and equipment.
- Approve supply orders and minor capital purchases, and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Respond to emergencies and provide clinical guidance as needed.
- Ensure adherence to facility safety protocols and emergency preparedness procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned to support CFG Health Systems’ goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
