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Registered Nurse
New York City, NY
Associate Director, Perioperative Services
Position Overview
The facility is seeking an experienced Associate Director to provide administrative and clinical leadership for the perioperative department on a 13-week temporary contract. You'll work 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure safe patient care coverage
- Monitor unit performance metrics, quality indicators, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and implement programs to improve patient care and employee performance
- Support staff development, performance evaluations, and corrective actions as needed
- Serve as a clinical resource and escalation point for complex patient care or staff issues
- Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership on operational needs
- Facilitate staff meetings, education, and onboarding
- Establish systems to track medication errors and staff counseling
- Ensure adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Address patient and family concerns
- Participate in budget planning, supply management, and process improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Active RN license in New York State (primary source verification from NYSED required)
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Master's degree preferred)
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 7 years of clinical nursing experience, with 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role
- Strong perioperative background required
- Demonstrated leadership, staffing, and performance management skills
Location
New York City, NY