Director, Nursing/Medical Surgical Units

Nahse; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Director of Nursing for Med/Surg Units responsible for daily operations, supervision of nursing staff, and implementation of patient care programs. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in nursing leadership and a strong educational background in nursing, contributing to the quality of care at Westchester Medical Center.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional nursing experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Valid nursing license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs nursing and patient care areas.
• Establishes standards of practice and coordinates nursing policies.
• Develops educational programs for staff and conducts evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Improvement

Nursing Administration

Clinical Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Director of Nursing - Medical Surgical Units

Job Summary:

The Director of Nursing for Med/Surg Units provides daily operational administration for nursing and other patient care areas at Westchester Medical Center. The Director supervises, coordinates, implements, and directs ongoing administrative aspects of assigned service lines. The role involves recommending to the Assistant Vice President of Patient Care Services areas requiring evaluation and change, and implementing nursing and patient care programs. In the absence of the Assistant Vice President, the Director is responsible for administration of these service lines. Supervision includes nursing, professional, clerical, and ancillary personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises and directs administrative aspects of nursing and patient care areas.
• Participates in evaluating nursing and clinical practices through peer review.
• Establishes institutional standards of practice in cooperation with professional standards.
• Sets qualifications for staff levels in collaboration with the Vice President of Hospital Nursing Service and Education.
• Coordinates implementation of nursing policies via staff conferences and directives.
• Develops educational programs for staff.
• Conducts staff evaluations through individual conferences.
• Participates in labor-management discussions.
• Coordinates clinical programs with department heads.
• Recommends staffing patterns based on service line needs.
• Analyzes data and recommends improvements in patient care services.
• Monitors and evaluates quality improvement activities.
• Participates in hospital and medical board committees.
• Assists in developing department budgets.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 6 years of professional nursing experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing and six years of professional nursing experience, including three in supervision.

Licenses / Certifications: Valid nursing license and current certification.

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement