Nurse Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Manager – New Paltz, NY

Location: New Paltz, NY
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000 base/year (up to $90,000 with advanced degree)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Nurse Manager to join a non-profit organization that operates a network of federally qualified health centers focused on ensuring access to healthcare for all. The organization offers comprehensive services including primary care, behavioral health, specialty care, and health education and advocacy.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive compensation: $80,000 base/year; $85,000 ($80k base + $5k for BSN); $90,000 ($80k + $10k for MSN)
• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members
• Generous paid sick, vacation, and personal time
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Voluntary employee retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Full-time position
• Valuable experience in a collaborative, supportive federally qualified health center environment
• Mission-driven non-profit work improving patient outcomes and ensuring healthcare access for all

Qualifications

• BS in Nursing or equivalent Bachelor's degree
• Current NYS Registered Nurse license
• Proficient in staff scheduling, performance evaluation, quality improvement initiatives, electronic health records (EHR), and regulatory compliance (e.g., DOH, OSHA, CDC guidelines)
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, critical thinking, organizational skills, and a patient-centered focus

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and medical assistants, across multiple primary care and specialty services
• Oversee daily clinical operations to ensure efficient patient flow, quality care delivery, and adherence to organizational policies and procedures
• Develop and implement staff schedules, assign duties, and manage time-off requests to maintain adequate coverage
• Conduct regular staff meetings and performance evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including infection control, patient safety, and documentation standards
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and administrative leadership to improve clinical workflows and patient outcomes
• Monitor and manage clinical quality metrics, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and address any deficiencies or areas for improvement
• Assist in the development and implementation of nursing policies, procedures, and evidence-based protocols
• Investigate and resolve patient complaints, staff concerns, and incident reports in a timely and professional manner
• Coordinate orientation and training for new nursing staff and ensure ongoing continuing education requirements are met
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring cost-effective utilization and timely reordering
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and upper management to communicate organizational goals, updates, and feedback
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and response efforts within the health center network.