Melrose, NY, United States Department/Unit: Labor & Delivery - D6E

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Salary Range: $86,650.99 - $134,309.04 The Assistant Nurse Manager performs coordination, planning, administrative management, financial and operational duties in collaboration with the Administrative Nursing Supervisor, Nurse Manager and Assistant Vice President of Specialty Nursing Division. The Assistant Nurse Manager mentors professional caregivers in the delivery of patient care and facilitates patient access,communication, and transitions throughout the acute care stay.

The Assistant Nurse Manager is visible and provides leadership for direct patient care provided by specialty nursing unit staff on the assigned primary shift of work. S/he assures that competent, compassionate patient care is uniformly provided to customers including referring facilities, hospital staff and patients in the inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings. The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, programs and services consistent with the hospital’s mission and departmental/unit vision and philosophy. Theye provides direction and support to unit-based staff and collaborates with other service and department leaders toward attainment of short- and long-term goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job’s essential functions.

EDUCATION: A Baccalaureate in nursing degree is required, a Master’s of Nursing Preferred. Must hold current New York State Registered Nurse registration or eligible for licensure in New York State.

EXPERIENCE: Management experience preferred.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization and with external customers and agencies. Creates a collegial and collaborative environment among all members of the healthcare team. Articulates clear expectations with staff and members of the patient care team.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for decisions. Utilizes problem-solving and decision making skills. Coaches and mentors staff.

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