Patient Care Director - Nursing, Inpatient Psychiatry

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day Flex (United States of America)

Description:

Leadership That Inspires Excellence:  

Gracie Square Hospital is a leading behavioral health facility in New York City providing comprehensive, personalized healthcare. Through our affiliation with NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, we deliver innovative treatments, helping patients achieve meaningful recovery and long-term well-being. Pursue the following position and join us in building on our legacy of world-class patient and family-centered care by taking your career – to the next leve

Patient Care Director - Nursing - Inpatient Psychiatry | Full-Time Days

As the Patient Care Director, you will oversee the daily clinical operation of the Dual Focus Unit. In this role, you will manage the delivery of high quality and compassionate patient care.  You will promote a culture of safety and quality by ensuring continuity and consistency in implementing established standards, protocols, policies, and procedures. You will partner with our senior leaders, and unit chiefs who champion growth and innovation.

Seize this opportunity to become a transformational leader via shared governance on our Magnet recertification journey. Mentor, supervise and evaluate the team to reach their full potential and inspire continued professional growth. Develop and manage budgets, resource allocation and scheduling.  Regularly assess unit's operations and identify process improvements to enhance the patient's experience. Excel as a change agent, and advance initiatives focused on enhancing quality and performance throughout the units.

This is a full-time day shift position, Monday - Friday working at Gracie Square Hospital.

Preferred Criteria

• Previous leadership experience
• Strong business acumen and communication

Required Criteria

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Current NYS RN licensure
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
• BLS Certification with American Heart Association
• Demonstrated leadership competencies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$170,000-$217,000/Annual

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.