Lead nursing practices across OPWDD-certified residential programs by developing policies, improving quality assurance, ensuring regulatory compliance, providing healthcare consultation and emergency coverage, and guiding RNs, LPNs, nursing supervisors, and AMAP staff. The role requires an NYS Registered Nurse license, advanced nursing education, and at least five years of leadership experience.
Lead the Way in Compassionate Care . . . Transform Lives as Our Assistant Director of Nursing
Established organization is seeking a dedicated nursing leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of Nursing for our OPWDD-certified residential programs, coordinating and overseeing nursing practices across our agency.
Your Impact
- Develop nursing objectives, policies, and procedures
- Establish and improve our Nursing Quality Assurance Plan
- Maintain compliance with care standards and regulations
- Implement ICF and IRA regulations
- Participate in management meetings and team conferences
- Provide healthcare consultation and emergency nursing coverage
Leadership Role
You'll guide a team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Supervisors, and AMAP staff, fostering a culture of excellence through mentoring, collaboration, and accountability.
Qualifications- NYS Registered Nurse license
- BSN or Master's degree in Nursing
- 5+ years of leadership experience
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
- OPWDD experience strongly preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $95,000-$105,000
- 4 weeks’ vacation
- Generous sick, personal, and holiday time
- Defined contribution pension plan
- Optional 403B retirement plan
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
Join us in creating a community where excellent nursing care transforms lives every day.
UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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