Nurse Unit Leader, Patient Care

Northwell; Village of Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a nursing leader to oversee a patient care unit during assigned shifts, ensuring delivery of high-quality patient and family-centered care. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing management, staff development, and adherence to standards of practice.

The position requires a BSN, active New York State RN license, and 4-6 years of nursing with 0-2 years in leadership. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills within a fast-paced

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Specialized certifications as needed.
• 4-6 years of nursing experience and 0-2 years of leadership/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manages and leads team members, operations and patient care activities within a patient care unit during assigned shift.
• Collaborates with team and nursing management to develop methods and analytical approaches to patient care.
• Communicates, builds consensus, and guides team toward achieving department objectives.
• Promotes high quality, patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Provides direction and guidance to unit team members and conducts performance input when applicable.

Skills

Team leadership

Patient care supervision

Communication

Clinical leadership

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a nursing leader to oversee a patient care unit during assigned shifts, ensuring delivery of high-quality patient and family-centered care. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing management, staff development, and adherence to standards of practice.

The position requires a BSN, active New York State RN license, and 4-6 years of nursing with 0-2 years in leadership. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills within a fast-paced