Nursing Jobs in Ridgefield, NJ
$145,641.78 - $168,027.89 / year
Description A nurse practitioner is certified under section 6910 of the New York State Education Law and licensed as a registered nurse. A nurse practitioner provides acute/primary health care in accordance with written policies approved by nursing and medical administration. Responsibilities 1. Develops and implements a collaborative practice agreement in the specific clinical area and performs a periodic review of the collaborative agreement. 2. Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination. 3. Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations and laboratory examination, prescribes and alters medication regimens, interprets findings and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area. 4. Provides teaching and counseling in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses. 5. Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record. 6. Consults with physician as established in the collaborative practice agreement. 7. Initiates referrals to specialty services and fosters continuity of care. 8. Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to acute/primary health care delivery. 9. Performs a patient record review with the collaborating physician in a timely fashion but not less than every three months Professional Development: 1. Supports the mission, vision, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and the Medical Center. 2. Demonstrates accountability for own nursing practice. 3. Advocates for patients/families and supports patients' rights. 4. Considers ethical issues of professional nursing practice and adheres to the code of ethics. 5. Demonstrates a humanistic, kind, and caring attitude in the delivery of health care. 6. Serves as a resource person to nurses and other health team members. 7. Participates in peer review. 8. Incorporates research findings in clinical practice. 9. Participates in approved nursing and medical research studies. 10. Keeps knowledge current by self-directed learning, literature review and attendance at educational programs. 11. Participates in defining, maintaining, and interpreting standards of nursing practice. 12. Contributes to the maintenance of a positive image of advanced practice nursing in the medical center and in the local community by implementing programs which recognize nursing as a profession. 13. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary committees which influence and/or determine policies affecting nursing practice and patient care delivery. 14. Seeks opportunities to enhance professional nursing practice and influences outcomes. 15. Treats co-workers, patients and families with dignity and respect. Qualifications Master's degree program designed to prepare a registered nurse to provide acute/primary health care services or the successful completion of an approved supplemental education program (i.e., post-Masters NP certificate.) Previous progressive experience relevant to the area of clinical practice. Professional certification by relevant professional organization preferred Licensure: New York State License with current registration as a registered nurse. State Certification: Certified by the New York State Department of Education as a Nurse Practitioner as follows: 1) Is a graduate of New York State registered Nurse Practitioner Program or equivalent OR is certified as a Nurse Practitioner by a national association via examination. 2) Has completed a pharmacy component of not less than the required semester hours or the equivalent AND has been instructed in New York State and federal Laws relating to prescriptions and recordkeeping (3-hour course). 3) Has a collaborative practice agreement with a physician and designated protocols, both filed with the New York State Department of Education. Name: Basic Cardiac Life Support Issuing Agency: National Board for Certification Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $145641.78 - $168027.89 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. 
$111,384 - $200,491.20 / year
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Exempt Hiring Range: $111,384.00 - $200,491.20 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Scheduled Hours: Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 40 Cost Center: 10010 - 1242 Newborn Nursery ICU This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. The Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for the 24-hour planning, organizing, directing, and coordination of clinical and administrative performance of assigned unit(s). Facilitates collaboration with medical and administrative leadership to assure patient needs are met and evaluates nursing care and patient outcomes. The scope of responsibilities includes clinical and safety practices of nurses and other members of the clinical team, professional nursing practice, leadership and professional growth, human resource management, financial performance, system coordination and clinical performance (safety, satisfaction and quality) improvement. The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center is the region’s only Level III NICU, caring for extremely premature babies and newborns with complex medical needs. A Level III NICU is equipped to treat babies born as early as 22 weeks' gestation. As a regional referral center, we also receive babies from other birthing centers who need the high level of care our team provides. I. Major Responsibilities: Clinical Practice, Patient Flow, Patient Experience: 1. Leads with high reliability principles framework with goal of zero harm. 2. Is responsible for a positive work environment that is safe for patients, visitors and staff. 3. Accountable for clinical practice and deployment of resources at the unit level to ensure ongoing implementation of nursing process and adherence to standards. 4. Conducts daily patient care rounds, assessing patient care requirements and monitoring nursing & ancillary staff performance to achieve safe, cost effective and quality patient care. 5. Directs the oversight of clinical practice through continuity of nursing assignments to optimize the patient plan of care. 6. Responsible to oversee that the nursing process is being utilized for each patient and a plan of care is established, coordinated, and delivered to each patient and family. 7. Creates and sustains a collaborative, patient-focused environment supporting excellence in clinical and service practices. 8. Assures the efficient daily operations of assigned unit(s), including appropriate staffing levels, equipment and supplies, bed and/or examination room management, workflow and productivity to meet patient needs. 9. Implements nursing standards, policies and procedures. 10. Accountable to hold multidisciplinary rounds for team lead review of care plans on the unit with providers, nursing, and ancillary team. 11. Maintains compliance with regulatory standards including, but not limited to, JC and DPH. 12. Ensures unit-based standards of care are in accordance with departmental, organizational and/or compliance related standards. 13. Maintains and displays knowledge of current profession/clinical issues and practices through participation in professional organization and certification in field of nursing. 14. Demonstrates and role model’s principles of ethical professional nursing practice. 15. Participates in Nursing Staff Organization; a shared governance model of practice through membership in nursing leadership council. Represents the department of nursing in various committees and task force activities throughout the medical center. 16. Coordinates team huddles during the day and in the evening to review new admissions, patient progression towards goals and discharge plan. Reports significant huddle outcomes to unit-director. 17. Accountable to patient experience outcomes in designated area Leadership/Management, Human Resources 1. Responsible for appropriate staffing levels, scheduling, hiring, and budgeting. 2. Assesses candidates, through behavioral and peer interviewing, for appropriate positions within the unit and makes recommendations for hire, transfers, promotions and/or other staff changes. 3. Partners with Safety Specialists for orientation of new clinical staff. 4. Provides clinical and administrative oversight of all staff and completion of specific performance reviews. 5. Assures appropriate orientation, competence assessment, in-service training and continuing education for all staff. 6. Ensures the proper documentation for recruiting, on-boarding, evaluating and terminating staff are completed timely and thoroughly. (i.e. position requisition, orientation checklist, separation). 7. Assures licensing certification for all staff is current. 8. Ensures job descriptions are reflective of current job duties and responsibilities and performance evaluations are completed for staff timely according to HR policies. 9. Fosters an awareness of the diversity that exists within the organization and strives to increase it by including culture, ethnicity, gender and age; promoting an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations. 10. Leads and influences the development of staff by creating a practice climate of responsiveness and learning which supports retention and recruitment of competent nurses and team members. 11. Develops staff by assisting them to identify goals and appropriate opportunities for learning. 12. Provides forums for individual and team recognition. 13. Coaches and supports staff by removing barriers and addressing issues. 14. Promotes communication and feedback through regularly scheduled staff meetings and other venues. 15. Informs Director and Associate Chief Nursing Officer of staff concerns. 16. Maintains current knowledge of labor and employment laws impacting staff in own unit and/or those that impact areas across the medical center. Maintains knowledge of current union contracts within own area of responsibility. 17. Establishes a climate for open, two-way communication and builds relationships at all levels of the organization. 18. Develops, implements and updates recognition initiatives valued by the unit/area. 19. Ensures and is accountable to staff participation in Nursing Staff Organization Governance councils. 20. Accountable for staff attendance at in-service programs, teaching opportunities, staff meetings and rounding. 21. Uses tools such as employee surveys to measure staff morale with a focus toward recognition and developing action plans for improvements. Budgetary Planning and Financial Performance 1. Develops annual departmental budgets based on established patient care indicators, projected volumes and patient populations. 2. Maintains cost effective staffing patterns based on department of nursing approved staffing budgets. 3. Maintains master staffing plans, position control and produces monthly staffing schedule aligned with departmental standards. 4. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility via monitoring of salaries and supply expenses, prepares and submits Corrective Action Plans on time and on schedule. 5. Develops capital budgets in collaboration with medical staff for assigned units/areas. 6. Educates staff regarding unit and medical center budgets in order to promote awareness and instill accountability for the financial performance of the unit. Seeks medical leadership and staff feedback on changes that impact such performance. 7. Prioritizes projects in line with financial goals and resource allocation of staff and material. Quality, Safety and Experience Improvements 1. Responsible for VMS safety, quality idea boards on unit. 2. Accountable for the execution of daily and shift safety and clinical care huddles. 3. Rounds on existing and new patients, addressing issues or concerns of patients and/or families on the unit. 4. Responsible for the closure of Safety Intelligence reports and appropriate Corrective Action Plans in place. Responsible for reporting all Serious Reporting Events (SRE) to leadership and provide feedback to staff on results. 5. Links departmental goals to department of nursing/organizational goals and strategic plans. 6. Actively coordinates clinical quality improvement and safety efforts on the unit with defined medical center quality and safety goals. 7. Facilitates patient flow through timely admissions and discharges in collaboration with medical staff and case management to assure proper utilization of resources. 8. Works collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes and integrate services within the department and with other departments. 9. Develops and implements service initiatives on unit using/tailoring organizational tools and programs such as Because We Care, Our Commitments, etc. 10. Creates and sustains an environment that encourages feedback, problem-solving, self-evaluation and innovation as the way work is accomplished and improvements achieved. 11. Leads patient satisfaction initiatives at the unit level to address metrics identified below target goals. 12. Actively seeks information about the underlying needs of patients, families, and employees and seeks to match those needs. 13. Collaborates with other disciplines to ensure quality and continuity of care. 14. Communicates quality and safety reports to staff and facilitates active participation of staff to improve metrics and outcome measures. 15. Communicates the importance of Nursing Quality Indicators, Patient’s First Reports, Core Measures and patient satisfaction data to staff. 16. Submits data for annual PPR, corrective action plans and clinical performance metrics as identified by the Department of Nursing. 17. Articulates patient care standards as published by JC, CMS and professional nursing literature. 18. Understands, articulates, and ensures compliance with the State Nurse Practice Act, State Board of Nursing regulations, state and local regulatory agency standards and policies of the organization. 19. Supports initiatives to incorporate research and evidence-based practice knowledge into nursing practice. 20. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with community agencies, groups, professional affiliations, etc as appropriate. Encourages staff participation and support to meet community needs in conjunction with medical center initiatives. Standard Management Level Responsibilities: 1. Directs and supervises assigned personnel including performance evaluations, scheduling, orientation, and training. Makes recommendations on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves grievances and other personnel problems within position responsibilities. 2. Develops and recommends the budgets for the areas managed. Manages activities to assure financial goals are met. 3. Coordinates the assignment of tasks and helps resolve technical and operational problems. Evaluates the impact of solutions to ensure goals are achieved. 4. Provides effective direction, guidance, and leadership over the staff for effective teamwork and motivation and fosters the effective integration of efforts with system-wide initiatives. 5. Encourages and supports diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, respect, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. 6. Integrates diversity into departmental objectives, such as hiring, promotions, training, vendor selections, etc. 7. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates the use of quality improvement in daily operations. 8. Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission, DPH, etc. Develops and maintains procedures necessary to meet regulatory requirements. 9. Ensures that department complies with hospital established policies, quality assurance programs, safety, and infection control policies and procedures. 10. Ensures adequate equipment and supplies for department. 11. Develops and maintains established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. 12. Ensures compliance to all health and safety regulations and requirements. 13. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 14. Performs similar or related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with employee currently enrolled in a qualified MSN program. 2. Master’s Degree completion within 5 years of employment at Nurse Manager level. 3. Massachusetts Registered Nurse License. Experience/Skill: Required: 1. Broad and thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing. 2. Previous leadership/management experience. 3. Must possess the interpersonal and communication skills to provide effective participative leadership and to interact with patients, families, physicians, and other visitors and staff. 4. Strong analytical skills required to perform various data analysis techniques, review statistical and budgetary information and synthesize information appropriately. Preferred: 1. Minimum 3 years of directly related work experience in the field of specialty. Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered moderate, frequent walking, standing, lifting and potential exposure to hazardous materials including infectious diseases. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Position requires use of computer, and therefore requires ability to use keyboard, printer, various information system programs (Onestaff, Visionware, Kronos). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
$110,000 - $125,000 / year
RN Registered Nurse- Float (All Boroughs, Westchester & Long Island) New York City (All Boroughs), Westchester, and Long Island This is a full-time field position providing home care services across all boroughs of New York as well as Long Island and Westchester . Cases will be clustered together. Pay Range: $110,000.00-$125,000.00 annually About Us: With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled nurses to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home. Why Choose Us: At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits that enhance your overall well-being and support your career growth. They include: Employee Recognition Programs: We acknowledge and celebrate your contributions. Comprehensive Health Benefits : We offer an inclusive package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Long-Term Disability Coverage to ensure access to quality medical care while promoting overall wellness. Generous Paid Time Off: We provide generous paid time off to ensure you can recharge and return to work refreshed, leading to greater productivity and job satisfaction. We support a healthy work-life balance. Retirement Benefits : We offer a 401k plan to secure your financial future and help you save for retirement. Life Insurance: We offer company paid life insurance providing peace of mind and financial protection for you and your loved ones. Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development: Empowering you to thrive and grow. Employee Assistance Program: Supporting the well-being of you and your family. Perks Program: Exclusive deals and offers on products, services, and experiences you need and love Job Details Overview: As a Registered Nurse ( Float) with us, you'll play a vital role in planning, organizing, and delivering home care services across multiple locations , including all five boroughs of NYC, Westchester, and Long Island . If you’re an experienced RN with a passion for community-based care and the flexibility to support a range of patients in different neighborhoods, we’d love to hear from you. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients and families at regular intervals to determine home care needs. Provide thorough physical assessments and medical histories. Continuously reassess patient needs and adjust care plans accordingly. Collaborate with physicians to develop personalized care plans based on nursing diagnoses. Involve patients and their families in the planning process. Implement preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed. Offer counseling and health education to patients and families. Identify discharge planning needs and implement plans prior to discharge. Perform peripheral short intravenous line establishment and administer IV medications under physician orders and with demonstrated competency. Qualifications: Current licensure in the State of New York. CPR certification and a valid driver's license. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Preferably, a minimum of one year of recent acute or long-term care experience, ideally in an institutional setting. Bachelor's degree preferred, with at least one year of experience in home care. While management experience is not required, you will be responsible for supervising Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides. Strong observation, verbal, and written communication skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities and basic math skills. Nursing skills per competency checklist. Job type: Full-time Pay: $110,000.00-$125,000.00 Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Benefits are determined based on availability. We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at Personal Touch Home Care. We’re more than just a company, we’re a close-knit family dedicated to supporting each other’s success and well-being. Apply now and join us in making a positive impact on the communities we serve. 
$132,411.29 - $153,840.32 / year
Description The Assistant Nurse Manager Vascular Thoracic Night Shift position is a Registered Professional Nurse with broad knowledge and skills who assumes the role of a clinical leader in the daily functioning of the unit and oversight of quality patient care delivery, in conjunction with, or in the absence of, the Nurse Manager. Responsibilities Patient Care 1. Leads nursing practice using the tenets of the Professional Practice Model of Relationship Centered Care and the Care Delivery Model of Modified Primary Nursing for the promotion of the patient experience. 2. Demonstrates proficiency in all aspects of Purposeful Hourly Rounding (PHR) and role models expected behaviors. 3. Ensures the integration of PHR into clinical activities to enhance Relationship Centered Care. 4. Assists in the validation of staff members round hourly on all patients by direct observation and patient feedback. 5. Assesses staff competency in PHR and provides consistent meaningful feedback with more focused feedback as needed. 6. Conducts rounding of all patients on a daily basis when Nurse Manager is away and as assigned 7. Communicates quantitative and qualitative information regarding the patient experience and staff engagement to the staff and the Interdisciplinary Patient Care Team that leads to the development and implementation of an action plan. 8. Collaborates with the physician dyad and escalates concerns as appropriate. 9. Follows up on all patient concerns in a timely manner and provides service recovery as needed. 10. Demonstrates caring, respect, compassion, empathy and active listening through dialogue, body language and actions. Patient Experience 1. Role models the tenets of Mount Sinai Relationship Centered Care (MSHRCC) through facilitation of the following actions but not limited to: Admission Welcome, Bedside Shift Report, HELP, AM/PM Care, 5 Minute Sit Down, Purposeful Hourly Rounding (PHR), Medication Review, Discharge Wrap Up, and MD/RN Unit Collaboration. 2. Huddles with staff at the start of assigned shift for assigned unit(s) identifying high-risk patients who require special attention. 3. Communicates to nursing leadership concerns or issues identified during huddle and throughout shift. 4. Initiates service recovery for patients and family members who have concerns and escalates to Clinical Nurse Manager/Associate Director of Nursing/designee or Patient Relations as needed. 5. Interprets and communicates patient experience scores and benchmarks and keeps staff informed of progress and areas of opportunity. 6. Considers the patients values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge in all aspects of care. 7. Empowers staff to use evidence-based practices to increase understanding of patients perceptions of care. 8. Demonstrates caring, respect, compassion, empathy and active listening through dialogue, body language and actions. Quality and Safety 1. Supports and leads a safe, therapeutic and efficient patient-centered care environment for professional practice. 2. Identifies and investigates issues or variances in practice/operations by participating in the RCA process and implements corrective action plans on assigned shift. 3. Collects data for unit(s) chart reviews, assessment of compliance with nurse sensitive indicators, HAIs and other patient safety goals metrics as assigned 4. Fosters a fair and open culture that encourages error and near-miss occurrence reporting. 5. Participates in interdisciplinary quality improvement teams using the principles of high reliability. 6. Reviews unit progress, changes and compliance with quality and safety metrics with clinical nurses and other members of the healthcare team. 7. Responds to escalations of potential safety hazards or gaps from best practice by correcting concerns following institutional chain of command protocol. 8. Monitors institutional information technology infrastructure and corrects gaps in clinical nurse documentation. 9. Leads staff participation in quality and safety initiatives and mandated compliance measures. 10. Demonstrates accountability for all unit quality and safety practices and compliance, and ensures required evaluation of staff competencies is maintained. Operations and administration 1. Supports implementation of the mission, vision, goals and objectives of the department, throughout the clinical service and individual patient care units. 2. Provides administrative and clinical oversight to ensure that all activity (staffing, support services, inter disciplinary collaboration, resources and financial viability) supports the goals of the organization. 3. Works collaboratively with physician dyads and the healthcare team to promote patient care and regulatory standards. 4. Assists in the compliance of a nursing unit with all regulatory agency mandates, including the regulations of NYS DOH and The Joint Commission. 5. Oversees patient care delivery, throughput, staffing and processes to ensure efficient and effective operations on assigned shift. 6. Supports and monitors unit budgets, including capital equipment allocation, budget variances, management of OT and vacancies according to MSHS financial goals. 7. Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information. 8. Participates in the evaluation of nursing staff performance and mentors, coaches, counsels and disciplines staff as needed. 9. Monitors availability and maintenance of nursing equipment and supplies. 10. Participates in regular staff meetings to ensure communication with staff about progress, changes and compliance with all hospital policies and procedures. 11. Encourages, recognizes and rewards staff participation in quality and safety initiatives, compliance and successes. 12. Facilitates organizational change initiatives by using effective strategies. 13. Participates in a shared decision making model by establishing a structure of shared governance, just culture and staff engagement in practice councils, departmental meetings and initiatives. 14. Interprets and implements collective bargaining agreements affecting staff. 15. Responds to protest of assignment in a timely manner as detailed in the collective bargaining agreement and discusses the resolution in unit staff meetings. Professional Development 1. Performs as a clinical leader who actively creates and supports nursing practice and an environment of care that reflects clinical excellence. 2. Organizes the environment of care to support clinical colleagues, patients and their families and members of the healthcare team. 3. Projects and cultivates a professional image to colleagues by communicating caring, respect, compassion, empathy and trust. 4. Incorporates ethical principles into decision making for patient and family in collaboration with the clinical nursing staff and the healthcare team. 5. Fosters a spirit of scholarship, inquiry, life-long learning and innovation for self and others. 6. Acquires and disseminates knowledge and skills relative to the role, patient population, clinical specialty and global or local health community needs. 7. Leads shared decision making through unit/service practice councils, nursing department and hospital committees, and clinical service/unit initiatives. 8. Serves as a professional role model and preceptor for new leadership staff and students. 9. Integrates the values of research and evidence-based practice and its application to nursing practice and the environment of care. 10. Contributes to the profession of nursing through leadership and participation inprofessional organizations. Qualifications Education Requirements Bachelor of Science with a major in nursing required; Masters in nursing or health related field preferred. Experience Requirements 2-3 years clinical nursing experience with some Charge Nurse/Supervisory experience preferred. Must have relevant clinical competence in area of nursing practice assigned Licensing and Certification Requirements (if applicable) - ACLS, BLS, (ANCC & CCRN preferred) Licensed as a registered nurse with current registration in New York State Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $132411.29 - $153840.32 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. 
