Assistant Director of Nursing - OPWDD Programs

Ucp-of-Long-Islan; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation

Sick, personal, and holiday time

Defined contribution pension plan

Optional 403B retirement plan

Medical and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UCP of Long Island seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing to lead nursing practice across OPWDD-certified residential programs. You will develop objectives, oversee QA, and ensure compliance with care standards while coordinating nursing operations across the agency.

The role requires an NYS RN license, a BSN or MSN, and 5+ years of leadership experience. OPWDD experience strongly preferred, with a comprehensive benefits package and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• NYS Registered Nurse license required.
• Leadership experience of 5+ years.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• OPWDD experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of RNs, LPNs, Nursing Supervisors, and AMAP staff.
• Develop nursing objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain Nursing Quality Assurance Plan and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate ICF and IRA regulations; participate in leadership meetings.
• Provide healthcare consultation and emergency nursing coverage.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Education

BSN or MSN in Nursing

Job description

Lead the Way in Compassionate Care . . . Transform Lives as Our Assistant Director of NursingEstablished organization is seeking a dedicated nursing leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of Nursing for our OPWDD-certified residential programs, coordinating and overseeing nursing practices across our agency.Your ImpactDevelop nursing objectives, policies, and proceduresEstablish and improve our Nursing Quality Assurance PlanMaintain compliance with care standards and regulationsImplement ICF and IRA regulationsParticipate in management meetings and team conferencesProvide healthcare consultation and emergency nursing coverageLeadership RoleYou'll guide a team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Supervisors, and AMAP staff, fostering a culture of excellence through mentoring, collaboration, and accountability.QualificationsNYS Registered Nurse licenseBSN or Master's degree in Nursing5+ years of leadership experienceStrong interpersonal and analytical skillsOPWDD experience strongly preferredCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $95,000-$105,0004 weeks vacationGenerous sick, personal, and holiday timeDefined contribution pension planOptional 403B retirement planComprehensive medical and dental benefitsTuition reimbursementJoin us in creating a community where excellent nursing care transforms lives every day.UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.