Registered Nurse - Performance Excellence/Project Manager

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in New York is seeking a Performance Excellence / Project Manager to provide dedicated operational support across nursing quality, safety, regulatory, and strategic initiatives.

The role reports to the Director of Clinical Support Services and will drive accountability, standardize practices, and enable measurable improvements in nursing outcomes. Key functions include leading cross-functional quality projects, partnering with nursing and quality teams, tracking strategic

Qualifications

• RN licensure in applicable state(s) of practice / employment.
• BSN degree from an accredited school of nursing; specialty credentialing & education per clinical practice area.
• (Master of Science in Nursing is preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects related to quality, safety, and nursing excellence.
• Partner with nursing and quality teams to operationalize performance improvement initiatives.
• Track and drive progress on strategic priorities (e.g., Magnet readiness, regulatory preparedness, patient safety initiatives).
• Improve consistency, follow-through, and visibility across initiatives.
• Support data-driven decision-making and outcome measurement.

Education

BSN degree from accredited school

MSN preferred

Job description

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Position Summary

This role aligns with Performance Excellence / Project Manager functions, reporting directly to the Director of Clinical Support Services. The primary focus is to provide dedicated operational support and project management across nursing quality, safety, regulatory, and strategic initiatives. The position will bridge the gap between Quality and Nursing, ensuring alignment, communication, and execution of key priorities. It will drive accountability, standardize project management practices, and support measurable improvements in nursing-sensitive outcomes, regulatory readiness, and strategic initiatives.

Key functions

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects related to quality, safety, and nursing excellence

• Partner with nursing and quality teams to operationalize performance improvement initiatives

• Track and drive progress on strategic priorities (e.g., Magnet readiness, regulatory preparedness, patient safety initiatives)

• Improve consistency, follow-through, and visibility across initiatives

• Support data-driven decision-making and outcome measurement

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice / employment.

• Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing. Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area. (Master of Science in Nursing is preferred)

Organization Highlights

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our Unit practice counsels, and open-door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.

• Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. On campus parking for only $6/pay.

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, onsite fitness center and option for daily pay.

• Professional Development: We offer a robust education program, a generous tuition reimbursement allowance, and clinical ladder incentives to support career growth. Our collaborative culture encourages individual interests, while our leaders ensure we stay prepared for the evolving landscape of health care. We also support job share opportunities to promote flexibility, satisfaction, and continuous development. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.

• Work/Life: Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.

Pay Range: $35.80 - 53.70

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.