Head Nurse - Ambulatory Care

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Head Nurse for Ambulatory Care. The role involves overseeing patient care quality, managing nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Ideal candidates will have a valid RN license and at least one year of nursing experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits for employees working 20+ hours/week

Retirement and pension plans

Loan forgiveness programs

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition discounts and professional development

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a registered nurse.
• Valid New York State license and current registration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Evaluate Nursing Care Plans and modify as needed.
• Supervise staff in assessments and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Coordination

Supervision

Education

Registered Professional Nurse License

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

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NYC Health + Hospitals provided pay range

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Base pay range

$109,491.00/yr - $109,491.00/yr

Job Description

Purpose of Position: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing/Associate Director of Nursing/Asst. Director of Nursing, the Head Nurse is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the quality of care on the Medical Units. She/he manages the unit to ensure quality care for all patients and implements the Nursing Department Philosophy and Objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Receive reports by making rounds with staff.
2. Coordinate patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
3. Assess patient needs and establish care plans based on Nursing Assessment and Diagnosis.
4. Maintain standards of care by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
5. Evaluate Nursing Care Plans and patient responses, making modifications as needed.
6. Delegate assignments based on staff competence and patient care priorities.
7. Supervise staff in assessments, documentation, and evaluation of Nursing Care Plans.
8. Supervise professional and unprofessional personnel.
9. Participate in developing patient care priorities with physicians and the team.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Valid New York State license and current registration as a Registered Professional Nurse.
2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
3. At least one (1) year of experience as a registered nurse.

Department Preferences

Not specified.

How To Apply

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Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits for employees working 20+ hours/week
• Retirement and pension plans
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition discounts and professional development
• Employee discount programs