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 our team at a non-profit organization operating a network of federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) dedicated to ensuring access to healthcare for all. Services include primary care, behavioral health, specialty care, and health education and advocacy.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive base salary of $80,000, plus degree differentials: $85,000 with a BSN, $90,000 with an MSN
• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible family members
• Generous paid sick, vacation, and personal time
• Employer-sponsored and voluntary retirement plans
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Full-time position in a collaborative, supportive FQHC environment
• Meaningful, mission-driven work improving patient outcomes and healthcare access

Qualifications

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

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, and medical assistants) across multiple primary care and specialty services
• Oversee daily clinical operations to ensure efficient patient flow, quality care, and adherence to 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
• 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 deficiencies
• Assist in developing and implementing nursing policies, procedures, and evidence-based protocols
• Investigate and resolve patient complaints, staff concerns, and incident reports promptly and professionally
• Coordinate orientation and training for new nursing staff and ensure 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
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and response within the health center network