Registered Nurse - Clinical Leader

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clinical Leader at State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse provides operations-based support to the nursing unit and exemplifies Upstate's mission, vision, and values, guiding daily leadership and clinical expertise to drive patient experience and quality.

This role participates in the Clinical Advancement Program and serves as an active member of the unit leadership team, collaborating with staff to ensure service excellence and safe, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Current New York State RN license or eligibility.
• Two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience in an acute care specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership on the nursing unit.
• Support quality, patient experience, and customer service initiatives.
• Participate in the Clinical Advancement Program as part of the unit leadership team.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Skills

NY RN license

Two years post-licensure experience

Acute care experience

Job description

Job Summary:

The Clinical Leader provides operations based support to the nursing unit and exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision, and values acting in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures. Provides consistent day to day leadership and clinical expertise on the unit that drives customer service, quality, and the Patient Experience. Participates in the Clinical Advancement Program and is an active member of the unit leadership team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State and two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience in an acute care specialty area.

Work Days:

Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday - Friday day/evening/nights with weekends and holidays per unit
needs

Recruitment Office:

Nursing Recruitment Office

Executive Order:

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