Assistant Director, Nursing ED ICU L&D Med Surg

IntelliResume; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Forest Hills, NY is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to oversee hospital operations and patient care in the absence of leadership. This senior role fits experienced nursing leaders aiming to drive high-quality, family-centered care in a dynamic environment. The position requires a BSN (MS preferred), 6–10 years of nursing experience, and 5–7 years in leadership.

NY RN license is required. Full-time, night shift; salary range $105,000–$170,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Master's preferred.
• 6-10 years of nursing experience.
• 5-7 years of leadership/management experience.
• Current NY RN license.
• Specialized certifications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage operations and patient care in absence of leadership.
• Provide leadership to supervisors and team members toward facility objectives.
• Communicate, build consensus, and guide departments toward hospital objectives.
• Promote and maintain high-quality patient and family-centered care.
• Maintain a professional work environment with respect, engagement, accountability.
• Promote evidence-based, ethical, and compassionate practice.
• Direct patient care unit teams in clinical and operational concerns in absence of leadership.
• Model standards of professional practice (clinical, educational, and leadership).
• Monitor staffing, supplies, and equipment in absence of leadership.
• Assess activity to ensure equitable staffing.

Skills

Leadership/Management

Clinical Nursing

Communication

Education

BSN required; MS preferred

Job description

About This Role

The Assistant Director of Nursing oversees all areas of the hospital in the absence of leadership, ensuring high-quality patient and family-centered care. This role is ideal for experienced nursing leaders looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Highlights

• Pay: $105,000 - $170,000/year
• Location: Forest Hills, NY
• Facility: Northwell Health
• Schedule: Full-Time, Night shift

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and manage operations and patient care activities in all areas of the facility in the absence of leadership.
• Provide leadership to supervisors and team members by communicating and guiding toward achieving facility objectives.
• Communicate, build consensus, and guide departments toward achieving hospital objectives.
• Promote and maintain high-quality patient and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Maintain a professional work environment that fosters team member respect, engagement, accountability, and optimal patient outcomes.
• Promote appreciative inquiry and evidence-based, ethical, and compassionate practice.
• Provide direction and guidance to patient care unit team members and supervisors in clinical and operational concerns in the absence of leadership.
• Serve as a role model for standards of professional practice (clinical, educational, and leadership).
• Monitor personnel, supply, and equipment considerations in the absence of leadership.
• Assess hospital activity, patient activity, and personnel resources to ensure equitable and appropriate staffing.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing required, Master's preferred.
• Experience:
  • 6-10 years of nursing experience required.
  • 5-7 years of leadership/management experience required.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required.
  • Specialized certifications as needed.

About Northwell Health

Northwell Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on innovation and quality in their services, ensuring a supportive environment for both patients and staff.