Director of Nursing (Bronx, NY)

Urban Health Plan • Bronx, NY, US • 1d ago

Position Summary:As we approach the opening of a brand-new outpatient health center in the Bronx that is geared towards our medical sub-specialties at UHP, we are seeking a dynamic Director of Nursing to join the specialty team. The DoN will work together with our Site Administrator and under the clinical supervision of our Chief Nursing Officer. The DON upholds the department's philosophy and goals, standards for nursing practice and the management and development of nursing personnel inclusive of the direct supervision of Registered Nurses, Medical Assistants, and Phlebotomists. Provides clinical troubleshooting, guidance, training, and evaluation of clinical support staff, promoting an environment of ongoing learning and growth. While administrative, training, and compliance duties are essential to this role, we are seeking a hands-on nurse leader who can prepare for an audit but will jump in just as readily to administer a vaccine if they see their nurses are swamped that day. Key Duties:Plans, directs, and evaluates nursing standards for the clinic. Collaborate with Administrative staff and other personnel in planning services for the patients. Direct supervision of nurses and medical assistants, including hiring, onboarding, 1-1 meetings, training, performance management, employee relations, managing payroll/time off. Communicate with CNO and leadership to provide input and guidance on nursing needs in the center.
Participate in determining resources and support needed or Nursing Dept. and daily operations. Collaborates with the site leadership to promote quality patient care and effective staff relations. Oversight of estimated needs including supplies and equipment ' and determination as well as communication of all employees Participates in the preparation of the emergency contingency plan by specifying the responses of the nursing staff in case of internal or external disaster Participates in policy decisions that affect patient care services Provide Quality Management direction and oversight for nursing and ancillary activities Oversee and controls supplies that directly impact patient care (e.g., ordering and charging of stock medications, medical supplies and patient care equipment and/or supplies) Actively participates in Quality Management Committee (QMC) and Nursing team meeting, and ensures that regular monitors are conducted and reported on Provides assistance to Registered Nurses in the department. Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors in Nursing required. 5 years' experience in clinical nursing; 3 to 5 years' experience in administrative/supervisory capacity. Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred. Background in medical specialties is a huge plus (e.g. Cardio, Endo, Allergy, ENT, Derm, Neuro, etc). Exemplary communication skills. Fundamental understanding of primary care/ambulatory nursing. Starting Compensation: Minimum $135,000/annum; Maximum $145,000/annum. Work Environment Type, Location, and Schedule:Onsite, Bronx, NY, Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Occasional Saturdays flexed as needed. As a full time associate at Urban Health Plan, you'll enjoy: Fully funded Health Insurance for you/ 73.5% funded Health Insurance for your family Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage 401(k) Retirement Savings (including 3% annual employer contribution) Comprehensive time off including paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays (including your birthday!) Flex Spending Accounts (Health care, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits) Entertainment Discount Programs Employee Assistant Program Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Fitness Discounts and Perks through our medical plan. *$50,000 term life Insurance About Urban Health Plan:At Urban Health Plan (UHP) our mission is to continuously improve the health of communities and the quality of life of the people we serve by providing affordable, comprehensive, quality, primary and specialty health care and by assuring the performance and advancement of innovative best practices. At UHP, our commitment to provide patient-centered, holistic, quality health care, is part of a tradition started by our founder, Dr. Richard Izquierdo, more than 50 years ago. That tradition continues today by promoting excellence in everything that we do. UHP is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

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