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NYC Health Hospitals

Assistant Director of Nursing (Per Diem)

NYC Health Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261


Since 1875, South Brooklyn Health has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. It has designations as a Certified Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, an accredited Baby-Friendly Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report high performing hospital. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages.

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.

Work Shifts

7:30 P.M - 7:30 A.M

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, assigns, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care on an ongoing basis. Participates in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating nursing service and nursing education programs during the weekend and performs related work. Demonstrates leadership that is self-directing, creative and innovative with an ability to evaluate self objectively and function effectively in stressful situations; is tactful, relates effectively and works with and through individuals with diverse backgrounds.

The Assistant Director of Nursing for weekends is charged with and responsible for:

Assumes responsibility for the operation of the Nursing Department/hospital during the weekendsAssists in implementing organizational plans for nursing services that delineate nursing functions, define relationships with other departments/disciplines and ensure maintenance of clinically qualified nursing staff.Interprets policies/objectives of nursing services to staff, other disciplines and visitors; promotes harmonious working relationships; develops/maintains sound relationships with community, labor and professional groups.Assesses nursing services through rounds, chart reviews and observation/evaluation of nursing care; participates in a system of continuing evaluation of nursing services and directs/actually completes the evaluation of competency and performance of nursing personnel.Evaluates weekend Administrative Nursing Supervisor/Head Nurse, & Nursing Staff; assists/guides in problem solving and other administrative issues.Participates in planning, organizing and evaluating nursing education programs; conducts/participates in meetings/conferences/seminars with nursing/hospital personnel.Attends/participates in continuing education programs.Participates in accreditation and P.I., Discharge Planning and Joint Commission activities.Functions as Nursing Administrator on Duty.Perform all duties in alignment with the mission, vision, values, and behavioral expectations of NYC Health + Hospitals

Minimum Qualifications1. Licensed and currently registered to practice as a professional nurse in New York State, plus (2) or (3), below.2. Master's Degree in Nursing Administration, Education, Clinical Specialty or equivalent field and five years of satisfactory nursing experience, of which three years shall have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity; or a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing and six years of satisfactory nursing experience, four years of which shall have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity.3. A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience. However, all candidates must be licensed and currently registered to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs

Vacancy Control Board Number

VCB #: CON-09202022-0175