City of Yonkers, New York, 10703
Job description
Job Summary
The Director of Nursing for Medical/Surgical and Telemetry Units is responsible for overseeing the nursing operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care in these critical areas. This role involves leadership, strategic planning, and management of nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards, and fostering a collaborative environment for both staff and patients.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage nursing teams within the Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance nursing practice and patient outcomes.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, and budget management for nursing departments.
- Facilitate professional development and training initiatives for nursing staff.
- Collaborate with medical staff and other departments to promote integrated care delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of clinical practices and make improvements as necessary.
- Act as a liaison between nursing staff and administration regarding operational issues.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) license and a valid certification in the state of practice.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing; Master’s degree preferred.
- Proven experience in a nursing management role, preferably in medical/surgical or telemetry settings.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Location
(City, State Zip)
Work Arrangement
(Remote, Hybrid, or On-site)
St. Vincent's Health Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
