Director Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Pride Health is hiring a Director, Nursing, Emergency Department to support our client’s medical facility basedin Brooklyn, New York 11212.. This is a 3 -month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Director, Nursing, Emergency Department

Location: Brooklyn, New York 11212.

Pay Range: $80/hr to $85/hr

Shift: Days, 8 AM – 4:00 PM, MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK ADDITIONAL HOURS

Duration: 03 Months (Contract) with CONTRACT TO HIRE

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Senior Vice President for Patient Care Services and nursing leadership to develop and implement the department’s philosophy, goals, and strategic objectives.
• Oversees nursing staffing plans to ensure safe, effective patient care across all units.
• Ensures appropriate recruitment, hiring, and retention practices are in place and monitors staffing effectiveness.
• Provides direct supervision and support to Assistant Directors of Nursing, Nurse Managers, and Administrative Nursing Coordinators.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of legal, regulatory, and union requirements; provides clinical leadership to ensure compliance with state nursing practice standards.
• Facilitates timely, effective communication with leadership, peers, staff, interdisciplinary departments, and medical staff.
• Conducts regular meetings with Chairpersons of Services to coordinate planning and optimize patient care delivery.
• Leads data-driven Performance Improvement (PI) initiatives aligned with the organization’s strategic goals, and demonstrates measurable outcomes.
• Assists in developing departmental standards, policies, and guidelines that ensure safe, efficient, and effective patient care.
• Collaborates in budget planning and resource allocation for the nursing division; monitors adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Supports staff development through ongoing education, training, and opportunities for clinical and professional advancement.
• Oversees counseling and disciplinary processes; provides clinical consultation and expertise.
• Represents the Department of Nursing on hospital committees and external professional groups.
• Participates in continuing education activities to enhance administrative and clinical competencies.
• Encourages innovation and promotes the implementation of evidence-based best practices.
• Supports HCAHPS goals through outcome-driven service initiatives and communication strategies.
• Promotes a collaborative team environment by fostering mutual respect, open feedback, and constructive relationships among team members.
• Ensures consistent communication of hospital and departmental mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Conducts regular departmental meetings to share information, address concerns, and promote engagement.
• Models professional behavior and builds strong interdisciplinary relationships across departments.
• Develops and maintains effective partnerships with ancillary and support services to enhance patient care and departmental performance.
• Establishes, monitors, and evaluates customer service improvement initiatives to drive patient satisfaction.

Licensure & Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in [State].
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive nursing experience, preferably in an acute care or integrated health system setting.

Technical & Analytical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and present trend and evaluation data effectively.
• Familiar with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Root Cause Analysis, and Total Quality Management (TQM) principles.
• Knowledgeable in clinical guidelines, performance metrics, and process management tools.
• Experienced in applying quality improvement models in healthcare settings.

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Working knowledge of regulatory standards including NYSDOH, Joint Commission (JCAHO), and other relevant bodies.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills:

• Demonstrated competence in leadership, team development, and administrative oversight.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments and all levels of staff.
• Proven team player with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Displays professionalism, respect, and discretion in all interactions.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Ability to work in a physically demanding, high-stress healthcare environment.
• Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, and radiation.
• Must possess manual and finger dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and full range of motion for handling and lifting patients.
• Capable of lifting and carrying items up to 35 pounds.
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and working at a computer.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range required.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours as needed, including on-call responsibilities.

Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
  OR
  Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant Administrative/ Supervisory experience.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current New York State RN License.
  Basic Life Support (BLS).
  Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
  Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
  Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC).

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Company DescriptionPride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

Company Description

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.