Assistant Head Nurse - Labor/Delivery

IntelliResume; New York (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits for 20+ 

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Loan Forgiveness Programs

College tuition discounts and...

College Savings Program

Union Benefits for eligible titles

Multiple employee discounts programs

Commuter Benefits Programs

Job summary

NYC Health and Hospitals is seeking an Assistant Head Nurse in Labor/Delivery at Queens Hospital Center to lead nursing staff within the LABOR AND DELIVERY UNIT A2W. You will provide professional nursing care and assist the Head Nurse in guiding personnel.

The role is full-time with a day shift (7:00 A.M – 7:30 P.M). Current NYS RN license and leadership experience are preferred. Competitive benefits and annual compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Head Nurse preferred.
• Current RN License in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients/clients within the assigned unit.
• Diagnose and treat responses to health problems using nursing methods and techniques.
• Serve as a team leader and assist the Head Nurse in guiding nursing personnel.
• Identify and discriminate between physical and psycho-social signs and symptoms.
• Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate the nursing regimen for assigned patients/clients.
• Record and maintain nursing care plans and progress notes on patients/clients.
• Interpret and report responses of patients/clients to appropriate health team members.
• Participate with interdisciplinary health team members to plan comprehensive patient care programs.
• Provide teaching, guidance, and direction to allied nursing personnel.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education.

Job description

About This Role

The Assistant Head Nurse in Labor/Delivery provides professional nursing care to patients within the assigned unit, serving as a team leader and assisting the Head Nurse in guiding nursing personnel. This role is ideal for experienced nurses looking to take on leadership responsibilities in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Highlights

• Pay: $114,563/year
• Location: Queens, NY
• Facility: Queens Hospital Center
• Department/Unit: LABOR AND DELIVERY UNIT A2W
• Schedule: Full-Time, Day (7:00 A.M – 7:30 P.M)

What You'll Do

• Provide professional nursing care to patients/clients within the assigned unit.
• Diagnose and treat responses to health problems using nursing methods and techniques.
• Serve as a team leader and assist the Head Nurse in guiding nursing personnel.
• Identify and discriminate between physical and psycho-social signs and symptoms.
• Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate the nursing regimen for assigned patients/clients.
• Record and maintain nursing care plans and progress notes on patients/clients.
• Interpret and report responses of patients/clients to appropriate health team members.
• Participate with interdisciplinary health team members to plan comprehensive patient care programs.
• Provide teaching, guidance, and direction to allied nursing personnel.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education.

Requirements

Experience:

• Experience as an Assistant Head Nurse preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in New York State.

Additional Compensation

• Annual education differential based on degree:
  • Bachelors in allied health discipline = $900
  • Masters in allied health discipline = $1,200
  • Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) = $1,800
  • Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) = $2,000
  • Doctorate in Education, Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing (DNP) = $2,500
• Annual certification differential ranging from $1,878 up to $4,878 for appropriate certifications.
• Annual nursing experience differential ranging from $987 up to $8,190 for up to 10 years of experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• College Savings Program
• Union Benefits for eligible titles
• Multiple employee discounts programs
• Commuter Benefits Programs

About NYC Health and Hospitals

NYC Health and Hospitals is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on maximizing patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes for the communities they serve.