What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing Quality | NYC position at Polaris Placement, LLC?
A mission-driven safety-net health system serving one of NYC’s most vibrant communities is seeking a Director of Nursing Quality — a leader who knows how to turn Quality and CQI principles into meaningful improvements that nurses actually feel at the bedside.
What You’ll Do:
Lead system-wide Quality and CQI initiatives, support nurse managers, guide Joint Commission and DOH readiness, and strengthen the culture of patient safety. You’ll translate data into real-world practice and foster collaboration across departments.
What You Bring:
✔ NYS RN, BSN Master’s
✔ 3 years of leadership experience
✔ Strong grounding in Quality, policy development, and data-driven change
✔ Ability to resolve escalated issues with calm, clarity, and cross-team collaboration
✔ CPHQ/CPHRM preferred
This is a high-impact leadership role in a community that values equitable, high-quality care — and the nursing leaders who make it possible.
To explore this confidentially, schedule here:
https://calendly.com/james-at-polaris/career-consultation
Thanks!
James Weston, Managing Partner
Polaris Placement, LLC
646-688-4072
Making connections that make all the difference.
www.polarisplacement.com