Assistant Director of Nursing (Internal Medicine)

Assistant Director of Nursing (Internal Medicine)

Compensation: $150k per year

Job Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

A major New York City health system is seeking a Assistant Director of Nursing to lead facility-wide nursing operations, education, strategy, and quality initiatives. tis leader will oversee nursing performance, implement standardized best practices, and ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered care across the organization. Specifically focused on the Internal Medicine service line, this role serves as a critical link between executive strategy and clinical execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead facility-wide nursing operations and strategy within the service line, ensuring alignment with health system goals.
  • Oversee nursing performance and clinical outcomes, reporting directly to the CEO and Chief Nursing Executive.
  • Implement standardized best practices and evidence-based protocols to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
  • Drive quality improvement and safety initiatives specifically targeting maternal and neonatal health outcomes.
  • Manage daily departmental operations, including staffing, resource allocation, and budget oversight.
  • Serve as a clinical mentor and educator, fostering professional development and residency programs for nursing staff.
  • Ensure continuous regulatory compliance and survey readiness for all state and federal healthcare agencies.
  • Act as a key liaison between frontline clinical staff and executive leadership to facilitate transparent communication and operational excellence. xrczosw
Qualifications
  • Valid New York State RN license
  • Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) with five (5) years of nursing experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory or teaching role; OR
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) with six (6) years of nursing experience, including four (4) years in a supervisory or teaching role
  • Prior leadership experience in Internal Medicine strongly preferred
Benefits
  • Health Insurance Plans
  • Flexible Spending Account Programs
  • Management Benefits Fund (MBF)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Special Leave of Absence Coverage (SLOAC)
  • Additional Leave Options
  • Retirement Savings Plans (NYCERS, VDC, TDA 403B, 457, NYCE IRA)
  • Additional Savings Plan Options
  • Transit Benefits
  • Municipal Credit Union (MCU) Membership
Please note that specific benefits listed may only apply to managerial-level positions and are subject to the terms of the health system’s management policy.
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