A health services network in New York City is currently seeking an experienced, licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their staff in the Bronx as their new Director of Nursing - Maternal-Child. In this role, the Director of Nursing - Maternal-Child will be responsible for organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating the nursing service and nursing education programs of a healthcare setting or diagnostic and treatment center.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Nursing - Maternal-Child will:

• Develop, establish and implement the philosophy, objectives, policies and standards of the Nursing Department
• Organize the Nursing Department to delineate authority, functional responsibilities and lines of communication
• Determine staffing requirements in relation to patient care standards and develop procedures to maintain an adequate, competent nursing staff
• Maintain a system of continuing evaluation of nursing service provided for patients
• Maintain up-to-date policy procedure manuals for all nursing units and evaluates their effectiveness
• Establish an effective system of clinical and administrative nursing records and reports
• Direct the preparation of the personnel, equipment and supply budgets for the Nursing Department
• Direct the development and implementation of orientation, training and continuing education programs for nursing personnel
• Initiate and participate in studies and research projects
• Develop and maintain sound relationships with the community, labor and professional groups in developing nursing programs and policies
• Conduct and chair staff meetings and working committees with all levels of nursing personnel
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualification:

• 4 years of experience in a Nursing Administration and/or a related field
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license

Desired Skills:

• 3 years of experience in a Leadership and/or Supervisory role
• Master's Degree in Nursing Administration