Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Provide 24/7 accountability for nursing practice, patient outcomes, and unit operations
• Ensure compliance with NYS Department of Health regulations, accreditation standards, and Trinity Health policies
• Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, quality outcomes, and satisfaction scores
• Analyze unit-based quality metrics and implement evidence-based process improvements

People Leadership & Staff Development

• Recruit, onboard, coach, and retain a high-performing nursing team
• Conduct performance evaluations, corrective actions, and recognition initiatives
• Foster a culture of shared governance, accountability, and professional growth
• Serve as a mentor and role model for charge nurses and emerging leaders

Staffing & Resource Management

• Develop and manage staffing plans to ensure safe patient ratios and efficient workflow
• Collaborate with staffing offices and leadership to address coverage needs
• Oversee scheduling, timekeeping, and productivity management

Financial & Strategic Management

• Manage unit budget, including labor, supplies, and resource utilization
• Identify opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality care
• Participate in strategic planning and service line initiatives

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and ancillary departments to optimize care delivery
• Address patient, family, and staff concerns promptly and professionally
• Communicate organizational priorities and changes effectively to frontline staff