Director of Emergency Department & Medical Surgical Nursing

Director of Emergency Department & Medical Surgical Nursing

The Director of Emergency Department & Medical Surgical Nursing is a Registered Nurse who provides unit leadership within the Emergency Department & Medical Surgical Unit (3 West) and works in partnership with the other nursing leaders, departments, the healthcare team, hospital/system leaders to develop a quality practice setting that supports professional nursing and quality patient care.

The Director of Emergency Department & Medical Surgical Nursing is accountable for the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care. Responsibilities include coordination of patient care; supervision of a professional team that includes nursing and other licensed and unlicensed staff as appropriate; administrative and budget management; troubleshooting of problem areas; organizational change management; ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards; quality assurance/quality improvement; safety and risk management requirements as well as actualization of hospital and unit policies, goals and objectives. Further, improving unit operations, enhancing communication and feedback, customizing education and staff roles, and accepting organizational accountability for services provided to recipients are critical outcomes expected of this role. Collaborative leadership, strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.  The ideal candidate would possess strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a dedication to delivering high-quality patient care in a rural healthcare setting.

EDUCATION:  Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate’s degree.  Employee is trained and prepared to care for the age-specific group served {i.e.: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult & geriatric} served on their assigned unit.

PREFERRED:  Possess a Bachelor of Science Nursing degree or master’s degree. Certification in area of practice. (Consistent with the type of patient population to be managed). Two (2) years management experience.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICTION/REGISTRATION:  Possess current New York State License for Registered Processional Nurse.  American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within six (6) months of hires. 

EXPERIENCE:  Five (5) years of medical/surgical experience or equivalent.

SHIFT: 6:45AM – 3:15PM    |   Hours will fluctuate depending on practice(s) needs   |    STATUS: 40 HOURS

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Director of Applications

DEPARTMENT: Information Services

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for assuring the overall successful implementation of Meditech’s clinical modules (i.e., Laboratory, Microbiology, Anatomical Pathology, Blood Bank, Pharmacy, Diagnostic Imaging, Nurse Station Communications, Nursing Acuity, Nursing Care Plans, Patient Care Inquiry) in a timely manner.

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field.

PREFERRED:  Informatics degree or equivalent experience.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:  None

EXPERIENCE:  Possess a least five (5) years’ experience leading, implementing and supporting clinical applications and staff within a Meditech facility, preferably Expanse. 

PREFERRED:  Process project management experience.

KNOWLEDGE:  Possess a working knowledge of provider workflows and documentation, clinical staff roles and responsibilities along with basic computer troubleshooting.

SHIFT:  7:30 AM – 4:00 PM         STATUS: 40 HOURS

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Employee Health Manager

The Employee Health Manager is the first-line manager, designated as the leader for the department and assigned staff, and having 24-hour responsibility and accountability for all departmental activities. This position has accountability to coordinate the processes for providing employee health services relative to provision of examinations, assessments, immunizations and testing for employee onboarding and NLH staff under the direction of the supervising physician. Also responsible for maintenance of employee health records and required reporting of communicable disease and increased incidence of infection among staff to OSHA and local health departments per New York State guidelines. 

EDUCATION:  Graduate from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree

PREFERRED:

  • Bachelor of Science Nursing degree
  • Possess working knowledge of DNV, New York State Department of Health, OSHA, BBP Standard Employee Health requirements; DOH & EPA regulations relative to regulated medical waste.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Possess current NYS license for Registered Nurse.  American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

EXPERIENCE:  Possess three (3) years’ experience working in clinical medicine, occupational health clinic or urgent care.  Occupational Health Nurse Certification (or to be obtained within two (2) years of hire)

SHIFT:  7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

STATUS: 40 HOURS  (Hours will fluctuate depending on departmental needs)       

Assistant Nurse Manager

***There is a $15,000 sign on bonus for full time Assistant Nurse Managers***

Description:  The Assistant Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse who works under the direction of the manager of a defined nursing department. Develops and coordinates educational programs for assigned personnel, assists with the evaluation and discipline of employees, and participates in quality improvement activities. The Assistant Nurse Manager can assume administrative responsibilities in the absence of the department Nurse Manager. Work is performed in accordance with established hospital standards, nursing department/unit process and outcome standards, established regulatory and accreditation requirements, and consistent with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the hospital and nursing department.

Requires: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program with Associate’s degree or diploma.  Employee is trained and prepared to care for the age-specific group (i.e., neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric) served on their assigned unit.
  • Prefer Bachelor of Science/Nursing degree.
  • Possess current NYS license for Registered Professional Nurse.
  • Possess current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).  Possess medication competency certification.
  • Possess five (5) years of prior nursing experience, two of which are consistent with the type of patient population to be managed.
  • Prefer two (2) years in management experience.

Status:   ICU/SCU – 6:45am – 3:15pm (40 hours) (hours will fluctuate depending on departmental needs).

Assistant Nurse Manager

***There is a $15,000 sign on bonus for full time Assistant Nurse Managers***

Description:  The Assistant Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse who works under the direction of the manager of a defined nursing department. Develops and coordinates educational programs for assigned personnel, assists with the evaluation and discipline of employees, and participates in quality improvement activities. The Assistant Nurse Manager can assume administrative responsibilities in the absence of the department Nurse Manager. Work is performed in accordance with established hospital standards, nursing department/unit process and outcome standards, established regulatory and accreditation requirements, and consistent with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the hospital and nursing department.

Requires: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program with Associate’s degree or diploma.  Employee is trained and prepared to care for the age-specific group (i.e., neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric) served on their assigned unit.
  • Prefer Bachelor of Science/Nursing degree.
  • Possess current NYS license for Registered Professional Nurse.
  • Possess current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).  Possess medication competency certification.
  • Possess five (5) years of prior nursing experience, two of which are consistent with the type of patient population to be managed.
  • Prefer two (2) years in management experience.

Status:   MED/SURG 3rd Floor Nursing/WEST – 9:45pm – 8:45am (36 hours) (hours will fluctuate depending on departmental needs)