Quality Nurse Leader

Leading Westchester Community Hospital seeks a Quality Nurse Leader to serve as the key leader as the hospital pursues their ANCC Pathway to Excellence designation. This position supports the development of a positive practice environment by leading quality improvement initiatives, promoting nursing excellence, and ensuring alignment with the six Pathway Standards: Shared Decision-Making, Leadership, Safety, Quality, Well-Being, and Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate quality improvement projects that align with Pathway standards, focusing on patient safety, clinical outcomes, and nursing practice.
• Support shared governance structures by facilitating nurse-led councils and promoting frontline nurse involvement in decision-making.
• Monitor and report on nursing-sensitive indicators, including infection rates, falls, medication errors, and readmissions.
• Conduct audits and root cause analyses to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure compliance with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to develop and implement strategies that foster a respectful, safe, and empowering work environment.
• Educate staff on Pathway standards, quality initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist in preparing documentation for the Pathway application, including narratives, outcome data, and survey coordination.
• Promote nurse well-being by supporting initiatives that address physical and mental health, recognition, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 -5 years of clinical experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, or nursing excellence programs preferred.
• Familiarity with ANCC Pathway to Excellence or Magnet standards and survey process.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and electronic health records (EHRs).
• Registered Nurse (RN) with active New York State licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required, Master's preferred.

Salary:

• $155,000 - $160,000

Benefits information

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO and Sick Time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

• Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.”

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.

Please email resume to:
Joshua Albucker
Senior Vice President
NOOR Staffing Group
646-492-5653
jalbucker@noorstaffing.com