Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! Everywhere you turn, you can feel the immeasurable level of enthusiasm here at NeighborHealth! We are one of the largest community health centers in the country, supporting the greater Boston area and focusing on the well-being of our patients and local community. From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who lead and guide our staff, to the many support roles that keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone plays a vital role in improving medicine for our patients. Interested in this position? Apply online and create a personal candidate account! Current Employees of NeighborHealth - Please use our internal careers (https://www.myworkday.com/ebnhc/d/task/1422$794.htmld) portal to apply for positions. To learn more about working at NeighborHealth and our benefits, please visit out our Careers Page (http://careers.ebnhc.org) . Time Type: Full time Department: Administration All Locations: East Boston Position Summary: Under the direction of the Vice President of Health Center Operations and with the contributions of departmental clinical leadership, the Director nursing will guide Nursing through a period of exciting growth and beyond. He/She will explore opportunities for improvement in the quality of nursing care, productivity of nurses, efficiency of workflows, and utilization of staffing models. The Director will assess the professional needs of the nursing and medical assistant staff and plans and implements high quality programs based on those assessments. The Director conducts surveys of the nursing and medical assistant staff and incorporates the findings in the assessment and workflow development. Recognized as the organization’s internal expert, consultant, facilitator, and lead researcher supporting nursing and medical assistants, the Director fosters empowerment based on knowledge to achieve excellence in the delivery of evidenced based nursing practice. In addition, as a role model of professional behavior, the Director is instrumental in creating a professional nursing climate within NeighborHealth to meet the diverse needs of its clinical departments. The Director works collaboratively with the nursing leaders and co-leadership team to ensure staff nurses and medical assistants have the knowledge and skills needed to support the organization's clinical redesign efforts $10,000 sign-on bonus for all new RN's! (prorated for part-time and per-diem) Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 12 pm, 1pm to 5 pm Essential Duties & Responsibilities: + Uses a variety of methods including results of quality measures and needs assessments to identify the clinical and training needs of employees. + Oversees and facilitates the Nursing Practice Council. + Audits maintain standards and scope of nursing practice; and provide direction and support to staff to ensure practice efficiency. Acts as a conduit for communication to nursing staff. + Directs the development and implementation overhigh high-quality, sustainable, educational program for nurses and medical assistants that aligns with EBNHC’s strategic initiatives, National Patient Safety Goals, and Joint Commission standards. + Assists with Navigation Center development of nursing roles and competencies. + May participate in clinical care 10% of his/ her time. Other Duties & Responsibilities: + Reads, understands and complies with all Standards of Conduct, JCAHO policies, CMS Pace Program Regulations and Standards, applicable State regulations and guidelines, ESP policies and procedures and all laws related to position responsibilities and employment at NeighborHealth. + Upholds procedures and systems to safeguard the confidentiality of all patient and employee information. + Upholds safety policies, practices, and procedures including safety, fire safety, electrical safety, proper body mechanics and material handling, office/ergonomic safety and other employee safety measures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Education: + BSN require MSN preferred + Registered Nurse State of Massachusetts + BLS Experience: + Previous leadership experience within a diverse community health center setting preferred. + Must be able to act cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. + Must have demonstrated a commitment to the principals of collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. Skills/Abilities: + Basic Computer Skills in Microsoft Office, Excel. + Knowledge of Audiovisual equipment sets up an advantage. Benefits: + MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION COVERAGE + LIFE AND DISABILITY INSURANCE + 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN + TUITION REIMBURSEMENT + FLEXIBLE SPENDING AND TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNTS + PAID HOLIDAYS, VACATIONS, SICK, AND PERSONAL TIME + STAFF DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT + EXCELLENT MALPRACTICE COVERAGE + PET INSURANCE + FREE PARKING + MBTA BENEFIT + AND MUCH MORE There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work. We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team! + Medical & Dental Coverage + Life and Disability Insurance + Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers + 401(K) Retirement Plan + Educational Assistance + Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts + Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time + A Generous Staff Development Benefit + Excellent Malpractice Coverage + A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support + Free Parking + And Much More…