JOB DESCRIPTION:

To direct & ensure that all patients are assessed and their care is planned, implemented and evaluated by competent professional nursing staff using age specific criteria. Responsible for meeting New York State standards for nursing practice and all regulatory agency requirements; for managing all personnel, supplies, and equipment on the units. Promotes teamwork with physician, nursing and other hospital departments. In the absence of the VP Patient Care Services or Director of Medical Services, assumes responsibility for direction of patient care and makes administrative decisions for Nursing Service, utilizing knowledge of standards, policies and procedures outlined for the hospital.