Nursing Jobs in Rockleigh, NJ
$180,000 - $200,000 / year
Marketing Statement Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887. The hospital provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood. Harlem is the largest hospital in the area, capable of treating the most seriously ill. Harlem provides over 90 specialized ambulatory care services, dentistry and oral surgery, behavioral health services, and community substance abuse treatment. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Duties & Responsibilities The Director of Nursing is an integral member of the Nursing and Patient Care Services Administration. The Director of Nursing work under the supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer or a designee, he/she assumes administrative responsibilities and clinical oversight for Patient Care Services. His/her responsibilities are carried out within the framework of the Hospital By-Laws, the Mission and Vision statements, policies and procedures, all regulatory (JCAHO, NYSDOH, NYCDOAH and professional organizational standards. Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities The Director of Nursing will coordinate all patient care and operational activities and has twenty-four (24) hour responsibility for patient care areas. Nursing Responsibilities Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace, which promotes customer service and enhances and furthers the hospital’s Mission, Vision and Value statement. Patient Care Management/Unit Operations Collaborates with other Directors of Nursing in planning and developing programs to improve patient care and employee performance. Periodically monitors employee’s performance relative to patient care and nursing practice, e.g. compliance to policy/procedures relative to patient care assignments and the related documentation, narcotic count, code cart assessment sheet, medication administration and documentation, etc. Communicates patient care and service related problems on the tour to appropriate individuals timely. Assists in corrective actions/follow-up. Makes frequent, purposeful rounds with/without Nurse Managers of service to assess units. Evaluates staffing plan and ensures that staffing is adequate to meet patient care needs. Collaborates with peers and Nurse Managers in developing mechanisms that improves continuous feedback relative to the current status of patient care/nursing practice issues in order to comply with hospital policy/procedure, regulatory agency mandates and standards. Meets frequently with peers (nursing leaders/personnel) in order to: Maintain open channels of communication. Explore resolutions to problems. Review/analyze quality improvement reports and effectiveness of corrective action plans/follow-up. Periodically assess/review the master staffing plan. Review customer service/patient satisfaction patterns. Reviews status of disciplinary process of chronically absent/late employees. Reviews annual and probationary evaluations of all nursing personnel on assigned tours. Writes annual performance evaluations for Nurse Managers and reviews with associates. Periodically apprises Nurse Managers of performance. Communicates orally and in writing any problematic issues with other associate directors timely. Is familiar with hospital/nursing policies and procedures/standards of practice. Interprets policies/procedures for staff, when indicated. Communicates to staff all new directives/policies timely. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary meetings, as assigned, or independently. Sets up meetings to address/resolve problems on assigned tour. Promotes nurse/physician collaboration. Develops an effective record keeping system and forecasting, which should include, but not limited to: Medication errors/counseling on assigned tour. Minutes of staff meetings. Performance improvement findings Incidents/occurrences. Patient complaints. Attendance profile cards Participates in labor relations sessions, when indicated. Actively participates in preparation for all surveys by regulatory agencies e.g. JCAHO, DOH, OMH, as applicable. Directs staff in preparing for surveys. Communicates orally and in writing to superior findings and recommendations for assigned service(s). Chairs/attends standards or ad hoc committees as assigned or expressed interest. Participates in interviewing transfers or new hires for assigned tour. Reports/records unusual occurrences to superior, as soon as possible. Acts as a patient advocate when diplomacy and tact are needed, in tense situations or routinely. Meets periodically (or as indicated) with Chiefs of Service or designee, Department Heads, to collaborate in resolving patient care issues that impact on patient care/unit operations. Adheres to HHC absenteeism/lateness policy and procedures Makes environmental rounds in all assigned areas, completes rounds checklist and implements immediate follow-up on environmental issues in an attempt for resolution. Communicates with Public Affairs and Community on issues involving media inquiry. Communicates with Medical Director when a request is made for EMS Diversion prior to calling a diversion. Contacts engineering, MIS Key Control when there are systems, repair and access issues requiring immediate attention. Follows-up on patient/family complaints in an attempt for resolution. Prepares written summary reports of all issues and activities to immediate supervisor. Acts as a resource person to nursing personnel and other disciplines on assigned tour, in interpreting/enforcing nursing policies/procedures. Consults with nursing leaders and continuing education staff in planning educational activities for all levels of nursing personnel. Enforces staff attendance at mandated programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Licensed and currently registered to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State; and, A Master's Degree in Nursing Administration or an equivalent field, and a minimum of four years of high-level responsible experience in nursing administration, three years of which shall have been in a hospital; or, A satisfactory equivalent. However, all candidates must be licensed and currently registered to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State. Department Preferences Five years recent clinical experience in an acute or ambulatory care setting, three of which have been in leadership role or satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Health Care Administration, MBA, MPH, MPA preferred. How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. Responsible for utilizing the Nursing Process in a collaborative manner to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in accordance with his/her scope of practice. The RN supports the goals and philosophy of the Department of Nursing within the St. Joseph's Healthcare System and on his/her assigned unit. Responsibilities of an LPN: · Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse will care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients · Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse will provide basic patient care and treatment · Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse will collaborate with registered nurses to administer prescribed medications · Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse will educate and update patients on medical treatments Qualifications of a LPN: ü Currently licensed as an LVN/LPN ü Certification program completed as an LVN/LPN ü CPR/BLS certification 
$304,588 - $320,000 / year
Marketing Statement NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the community hospital of choice for residents of East Harlem, northern Manhattan, and neighboring communities. The hospital provides culturally-sensitive care in a welcoming and hospitable setting, emphasizing primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. Metropolitan delivers high quality health services with compassion, dignity, and respect to all, without exception. Since its founding in 1875, the hospital has been affiliated with New York Medical College, representing the oldest partnership between a hospital and a private medical school in the United States. Metropolitan is a part of the NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Duties & Responsibilities PURPOSE OF POSITION The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all Nursing and Patient Care Services in alignment with the five pillars of NYC Health + Hospitals: Quality & Outcomes, Care Experience, Financial Sustainability, Access to Care, and Culture of Safety. The CNO provides executive oversight for the full scope of nursing operations, including inpatient, ambulatory, procedural, perioperative, behavioral health, and specialty services, as well as Advanced Practice Nursing (Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Anesthetists, and other advanced practice providers as applicable). The CNO ensures regulatory compliance, professional practice standards, and operational excellence across all nursing programs. The CNO is accountable for the development, execution, and fiscal stewardship of the nursing operating and capital budgets, including workforce planning, productivity management, cost containment strategies, and financial forecasting. The CNO ensures the efficient allocation of human, material, and capital resources to sustain high-quality, equitable patient care. The CNO demonstrates advanced executive leadership effectiveness by delegating authority and responsibilities appropriately across the nursing leadership structure, ensuring accountability at all levels. The CNO manages time strategically, balances competing operational and strategic priorities, and optimizes leadership bandwidth to drive organizational performance while sustaining visibility and engagement across the enterprise. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CNO operationalizes and executes the strategic vision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the System Chief Nurse Executive (CNE/SVP), translating enterprise goals into actionable nursing strategies and measurable outcomes at the facility level. In addition, the CNO develops and implements a comprehensive, multi-year Nursing Strategic Plan aligned with organizational and system priorities, advancing workforce development, programmatic growth, innovation, clinical excellence, and nursing leadership succession. The CNO fosters a professional practice environment that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, health equity, staff engagement, psychological safety, and high reliability, ensuring that nursing services consistently deliver safe, patient-centered, and financially sustainable care. Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities QUALITY & OUTCOMES Provides executive oversight of nursing practice to ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, high-quality care. Oversees nurse-sensitive indicators (falls, HAPI, CAUTI, CLABSI, VAP, readmissions, mortality, patient flow metrics, etc.). Leads Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and performance improvement initiatives using data-driven methodologies (PDSA, Lean, High Reliability). Ensures compliance with CMS, DOH, TJC, and other regulatory/accreditation standards. Establishes and maintains professional practice standards, competency validation, and evidence-based care models. Participates in and reports quality outcomes to Administration and governing bodies. Nursing Excellence & National Designations Leads strategy to achieve and sustain nationally recognized nursing excellence designations including but not limited to: Pathway to Excellence, Magnet, Beacon, Lantern, AORN Centers of Excellence, Safe Sleep, Babyfriendly, etc. Embeds designation standards into daily operations, leadership accountability, and outcome dashboards. Ensures sustained performance beyond designation cycles through governance infrastructure and measurable benchmarks. Advances nursing research, innovation, shared governance, and workforce engagement to maintain excellence. CARE EXPERIENCE Ensures patient-centered care delivery across all inpatient and ambulatory settings. Promotes compassionate, culturally competent care that builds trust with patients and families. Aligns nursing engagement strategies to improve HCAHPS and patient satisfaction outcomes. Advances shared governance and frontline empowerment to improve staff engagement and professional satisfaction. Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance continuity of care and discharge effectiveness. Integrates nursing excellence standards into care experience initiatives to enhance staff satisfaction and patient trust. FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Develops and maintains the nursing operating and capital budgets (personnel, supplies, equipment). Ensures fiscal accountability, cost controls, and productivity management within approved budgets. Forecasts nursing staffing based on acuity, census, and volume trends. Optimizes staffing models to ensure safe, balanced, and efficient workforce utilization. Identifies strategic operational efficiencies and opportunities for financial stewardship. Partners with Finance and Operations to ensure nursing resources align with institutional priorities. Holds enterprise-level accountability for nursing financial performance. Aligns staffing, programmatic growth, and workforce investments with ROI and value-based care metrics. Integrates designation achievement and quality improvements with financial performance outcomes. ACCESS TO CARE Ensures safe staffing models that meet patient demand across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services. Collaborates with interdisciplinary leaders to improve throughput, discharge planning, and reduction of avoidable delays. Supports expansion of programs and services to meet community health needs. Advances workforce recruitment, retention, and succession planning to ensure sustained access to nursing services. Promotes equitable care delivery and health equity initiatives aligned with community needs. Provides executive oversight for Advanced Practice Nursing (Nurse Practitioners, CNS, CRNA, etc.). Ensures scope of practice compliance, credentialing, performance evaluation, and integration into service line growth. Aligns APN deployment with access, quality outcomes, and programmatic development. Oversees strategic growth and operational performance of nursing-led programs and service lines. Aligns programmatic initiatives with system and CEO/CNE strategic priorities. CULTURE OF SAFETY Leads the implementation of High Reliability principles and Just Culture frameworks Promotes psychological safety and transparent reporting of adverse events and near misses. Maintains oversight of patient safety programs and risk mitigation strategies. Ensures compliance with infection prevention, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness standards. Develops leadership accountability structures to sustain safe clinical environments. Supports labor engagement and collaborative relationships in unionized settings. Translates CEO and CNE/SVP enterprise vision into measurable nursing objectives. Develops and implements a comprehensive Nursing Strategic Plan with clear KPIs aligned to all five pillars. Establishes leadership accountability structures to sustain cultural and operational excellence. Minimum Qualifications Valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED); and, A Masters Degree in Nursing Administration or a related field; and, Eight (8) years of satisfactory nursing experience, six (6) years of which must have been in administration or management; or, A satisfactory equivalent of education, training and experience. However, all candidates must have at least a Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing, and be licensed and currently registered to practice as an RN in New York State. Department Preferences Certification(s)/License(s) QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB: Licensed and currently registered as a professional registered nurse in New York State (required) National Board Certification in Executive Leadership such as NEA-BC from the American Nurses Credentialing Center or CENP from American Organization of Nurse Leaders (preferred) Educational Level Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or related field (required). Master’s Degree in Nursing Administration or related field, if baccalaureate degree is in non-nursing, MSN is required (required). Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP) or related field preferred. Attends professional continuing education, i.e. lectures, seminars and workshops related to nursing and hospital leadership. Knowledgeable In Executive nursing leadership and governance Nursing professional practice models and care delivery frameworks Healthcare finance and budget forecasting Regulatory accreditation, and compliance requirements in healthcare organizations (CMS, DOH, TJC) High Reliability & CQI methodologies Workforce analytics & labor relations Nursing excellence designation standards Advanced Practice Nursing regulations Strategic planning and change management Health equity and population health Research, statistics, and data analytics Performance measurement, data-driven decision making, and outcomes evaluation. Strong data literacy and comfort with clinical and operational metrics Ability to drive innovation, lead change, and manage conflict constructively Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and health equity in clinical practice Knowledge of management in a union Equipment/Machines Operated General office equipment Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems Staffing, scheduling, and productivity systems Quality, safety, and performance dashboards Financial and budget management tools Data analytics and reporting platforms Microsoft Office software (or similar) Computer Programs/Software Operated Desktop and laptop computers, tablets, and mobile communication devices. Hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and data management platforms. Quality and performance improvement software, dashboards, and reporting tools Presentation and audiovisual equipment, including projectors, video conferencing systems, and microphones Standard office equipment including printers, scanners, copiers, and fax machines Learning management systems (LMS) and online education platforms used for staff development and training. Data analysis and research tools, including survey platforms and statistical reporting software Years Of Experience Minimum eight (8) years of nursing experience (required) Minimum six (6) years relevant experience demonstrating progressive nursing leadership and management (required). How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. $250,000 - $255,000 / year
Marketing Statement NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter is a state-of-the-art facility with a 4-Star CMS Quality Rating, equipped with 164-bed Skilled Nursing Facility and 201-bed Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) based in Harlem. Carter excels at providing quality medical, sub-acute, rehabilitative, and long-term specialty services for individuals in need of medically-complex care like ventilator weaning and onsite-dialysis. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies our ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnership. From more than 600 Nursing Homes in New York, Carter ranks #4 in Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes in New York2026 ; and also received a high-performance rating for Long-Term Care and Short-term Rehabilitation from U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes in America 2026 . In 2025, Carter was awarded the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Pathway to Excellence with Distinction Award, the nation’s first long-term facility to receive it. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Duties & Responsibilities POSITION OVERVIEW: (Primary Purpose of Position) Oversees all nursing functions in the skilled nursing facility. Works in conjunction with administrative and medical leadership to develop and implement the strategic plan of the Gouverneur. Acts as a change agent, leader, and role model for the nursing profession with the goal of having nurses work at the top of their licenses. Provides guidance and develops action plans to address patient care issues. The Director of Nursing must be a skilled leader able to demonstrate cultural competence in a diverse environment. SPAN OF CONTROL: (# and Type of Staff Directly Supervised) Deputy Director of Nursing Associate Director of Nursing Assistant Directors of Nursing ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (List in order of importance to role and time spent on function) Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate Patient Care Services. Demonstrates current clinical knowledge of best practices and regulations impacting the area of practice. Develops clinical and administrative policies, procedures, and programs, standards for practice in conjunction with evidence-based best practices and regulatory standards. Participate in facility and health care delivery system leadership committees. Conduct scheduled rounds at the service levels to identify issues, obtain feedback from staff for improvement strategies, and monitor delivery of patient care. Participates in on-site regulatory surveys, i.e., SDOH, CMS, TJC, and development of Corrective Action Plans as needed Nursing Conducts monthly meetings with Head Nurses/Associate/ADN and quarterly meetings with the general staff. Identifies, addresses, and communicates risk management issues Responds to patient complaints and works on resolution in conjunction with service line leadership. Identifies and defines problems relating to the delivery of care and recommends solutions or corrective actions. Identifies and participates in the development of new care delivery models and programs as applicable. Acts as a clinical resource for the department and facility. Maintains open communications with all levels of staff and departments in ambulatory care to promote effective working relationships Facilitates conflict resolution, ensuring Just Culture and consistent handling of patient, staff, and departmental issues. Participates in environmental and infection control rounds. Assists in the implementation and monitoring of staff compliance with the facility's Patient Safety Program, as well as Regulatory and Quality activities and projects Communicates and engages staff in facility and health care delivery-wide initiatives. Obtains feedback to improve processes and services. Human Resources Assists with the development and updating of the Orientation Program for both professional and non-professional staff. Reviews staffing models based on program and external requirements on an annual basis and as needed. Formulate/update job descriptions for all Patient Care Service department staff. Identify vacancies; interview and process candidates for hire. Conducts evaluations for direct reports with plans/goals/opportunities for improvement for the upcoming year. Monitors departmental compliance, including but not limited to evaluations, competencies, BCLS, annual mandates, compliance, and others. Assist/participate in disciplinary action of employees. Identify learning opportunities and develop/schedule in-services/classes in conjunction with OSD, Central Office, DOH, and other agencies as needed. Prepares time sheets, verifies attendance, and updates the attendance database. Assist in Employee Health Service functions, including but not limited to medical clearances, PPD readings, employee flu vaccine campaigns, and others. \ Quality Improvement Identify measures for QA/PI projects for the Nursing department. Collect, analyze, and monitor data, and provide recommendations for improvement and sustainment. Participate in service line-specific projects as indicated. Participate in facility-wide QA/PI Committee and board report. Utilizes Breakthrough methodology as appropriate for developing A3s and projects. Conduct chart reviews as needed. Information Management Act as the facility nursing champion for the Electronic Health Record. Identify IT issues/changes to facilitate documentation and workflow. Identify hardware/software needs to facilitate workflows for patients and staff. Identify IT learning needs and facilitate necessary in-services. Participate in the facility-wide HIM Committee. Patient Relations Monitor patient complaints in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Assistant Director/Director of Social Work to identify trends and issues. Work with departmental leadership to develop strategies to enhance the patient experience. Develop work plans to engage staff and meet strategic goals for the Patient Experience Plan for the facility and health care delivery system Other Staff facility-wide initiatives, including but not limited to Open House, flu campaign. Participates and performs in all drills: Fire Safety, Disaster/Emergency Preparedness, and Rapid Response Team. Attends professional workshops, conferences, and other educational meetings as appropriate. Maintains membership in professional organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Performs other duties as requested. Minimum Qualifications Licensed and currently registered to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State; and, A Master's Degree in Nursing Administration or an equivalent field, and a minimum of four years of high-level responsible experience in nursing administration, three years of which shall have been in a hospital; or, A satisfactory equivalent. However, all candidates must be licensed and currently registered to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State. Department Preferences Master's Degree strongly preferred How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button. 
