Director of Nursing
A leading role in healthcare management awaits the ideal candidate at Samaritan Daytop Village.
As a nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, we serve over 33,000 New Yorkers annually across various neighborhoods and communities.
We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to oversee the Clinical division and ensure the delivery of timely, appropriate, and high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will lead subordinate nursing staff in delivering exceptional care to clients and provide quality support to medical staff.
* Clinical Leadership: Provide direct supervision of nursing staff, monitor completion of assignments, and intervene to improve efficiency.
* Nursing Staff Management: Interview, hire, train, discipline, and evaluate competency for agency nursing staff.
* Patient Care: Supervise care provided by nursing staff (RNs and LPNs) to ensure conformance with regulations, current competency, and best practice standards.
* Mentorship and Training: Instruct and evaluate competency of nursing staff and Health Care Coordinators in medication administration.
* Policy Development: Create new policies and update existing ones to enhance patient care levels.
* Communication: Interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitor implementation.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess:
* BLS Certification.
* Nursing Education: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
* Supervisory Experience: Minimum Five (5) years supervisory nursing experience, including Three (3) years in hospital, substance use or other behavior healthcare organization settings.
* Skills: Strong time management, writing, and communication skills, as well as computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
* Personal Qualities: Ability to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with diverse teams.
Samaritan Daytop Village offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional looking to make a difference, apply now!