**Qualifications** Doctoral degree in Nursing, Hospital or Business Administration or related field preferred. Eligibility for joint appointment with University affiliation.Licensed and currently registered or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State. **Responsibilities** **_Roles and Responsibilities_** **Clinical/Technical/Service** 1. Responsible to support the mission of the Beth Israel Medical Center and the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Patient Care Services 2. Acts as an organizational leader in Continuum's commitment to diversity and inclusion by participating in and showing a commitment to activities that promote cultural competency and open dialogue in the workplace 3. Directs the nursing quality improvement activities through effective utilization of services, initiation and maintenance of quality standards and program development 4. Directs the review, revision and development of Patient Care Services practices and standards of care 5. Coordinates PCS activities for performance improvement at all divisions, including inpatient and outpatient activities 6. Plans, develops, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for performance improvement program within the framework of the Department of Patient Care Services 7. Ensures that the PCS performance improvement program meets regulatory agency, professional, hospital and department standards 8. Develops and/or implements a system whereby the quality and effectiveness of care is defined, monitored, maintained and/or improved 9. Ensures the integrity of PCS quality iniatives. Participates in hospital, quality improvement programs 10. Oversees and recommends to nursing leadership improvement strategies to address compliances with CMS/Joint Commission Core Measures 11. Collaborates with administration, department heads and medical staff to plan, problem-solve, implement and evaluate programs and decisions which affect the delivery of patient care and acts as a liaison to the Medical Center wide Quality Improvement Department 12. Works with nursing staff to Identify problems, execute resolutions and sustain improvements, this includes follow up for corrective actions in all quality initiatives 13. Makes recommendations to the Vice President, Patient Care Services regarding departmental policies, practice issues as related to performance improvement strategies, system-wide practice iniatives and standards of care 14. Collaborates with other departments/disciplines in pursuit of Standard and Practice Committee activities 15. Plans, organizes and directs the activities of Standards Committee(s) and CHP Practice Committee 16. Organizes resources, materials and budgetary considerations needed to actualize the activities of Standards and Practice Committees 17. Ensures that PCS policies and procedures are in conformance with requirements outlined by regulatory agencies such as CMS, OMH, NYS /NYC DOH and Joint Commission 18. Collaborates with and directs the activities of Standards Committee and CHP Practice Committee membership in the development, revision and monitoring of BIMC specific and CHP system wide quality patient care practice and procedure initiatives 19. Fosters the use of evidenced based policy/procedure development/revision 20. Fosters the growth and development of the committee members and committee structure 21. Participates in intra and inter departmental committees and meetings, including participation in Sentinel Event RCA forums. Identifies areas of nursing performance improvement 22. Fosters a professional practice environment through the encouragement and facilitation of collegial interdisciplinary relationships, peer review, nursing research, innovative concepts of nursing practice, and joint practice arrangements through affiliating universities 23. Acts as a preceptor for graduate students 24. Communicates appropriate information to subordinates and keeps peers and superiors apprised of needs and current developments 25. Demonstrates organization in written and oral communication 26. Participates in the development and monitoring of the supply expense and capital budget of the division 27. Assumes first line hospital administrative coverage on a rotational basis 28. Assumes relief coverage for Vice President, Patient Care Services as assigned 29. Maintains confidentiality in the management of information 30. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to understand provision of care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to all patients served **Age Specific Competencies** (Neonate/Infant, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric) 1. Identifies physical, behavioral and emotional characteristics typical for the age group 1. Modifies approaches based on patient age-specific needs and responses to treatment 2. Provides care for patients based on age-specific needs 3. Uses communication techniques which are age appropriate **B. Organizational/Managerial** 1. Participates in the development of other staff members, specifically in the area of performance improvement, regulatory compliance and PCS practice standards 2. Pursues continuing education in areas of evidence based practice standards, nursing research and relevant clinical practice **C. Educational/Professional Development** 1. Collaborates with educators to plan, implement and evaluate divisional and/or unit departmental educational programs 2. Assesses own individual learning needs and takes action to maintain professional growth 3. Meets regulatory, licensure and annual health assessment requirements 4. Identifies learning strengths and needs **D. Communication/Relationships** 1. Demonstrates a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, families and significant others 2. Displays courtesy, tact and patience during interactions with all members of the hospital staff and extended community 3. Adheres to Continuum’s legal and ethical standards 4. May be required to perform other duties as assigned _Items 1-39 are essential functions of this position under the Americans with Disabilities Act_ **About Us** **Strength through Unity and Inclusion** The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. **About the Mount Sinai Health System:** Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. **Equal Opportunity Employer** The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization. **Compensation Statement** Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $218400 - $239200 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.