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Assistant Vice President, Patient Access & Community Outreach - RN
New York City | $200K Exceptional Benefits
A highly respected hospital and healthcare organization is seeking an experienced nursing leader to oversee admissions, intake, referral management, patient access, and community outreach operations across a complex care delivery network.
This executive leadership role will partner closely with senior leadership, referral sources, health systems, physicians, managed care organizations, and community providers to drive operational excellence, improve access to care, and support continued organizational growth. The position offers significant visibility, strategic influence, and oversight of multiple high-impact service areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead hospital admissions, intake, referral management, and outreach operations.
- Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, health systems, physician groups, skilled nursing facilities, and community referral sources.
- Partner with executive leadership to support strategic growth initiatives and expand market presence.
- Oversee departmental performance, staffing, budgeting, quality improvement, and operational metrics.
- Collaborate with managed care organizations and payers to facilitate patient access and service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
- Represent the organization at community and professional events throughout the region.
Ideal Background
- Active NYS RN license required.
- BSN required; MSN preferred.
- 5 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience.
- Strong background in home health, care transitions, patient access, admissions, referral management, discharge planning, or community outreach.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and operational performance.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with referral sources and drive organizational growth.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $200K
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pension plan
- 403(b) retirement program
- Generous PTO package
- Tuition assistance
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Free parking
This position is ideal for leaders currently serving as a Director, Senior Director, AVP, or Administrator within home care, care transitions, hospice, patient access, admissions, referral management, or related healthcare operations.
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Salary : $200,000