ASSISTANT HEAD NURSE – REHABILITATION

Assistant Head Nurse – Rehabilitation Unit

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
A proud member of the Medisys Health Network

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, a 404-bed fully accredited community-based teaching hospital and Level I Trauma and Stroke Center, is committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate care to our diverse patient population in Queens. We offer a wide range of services, including general medical, pediatric, and psychiatric emergency care, ambulatory surgery, and comprehensive diagnostic and treatment programs.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Head Nurse to join our Rehabilitation Unit in a full-time role. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support nursing leadership, oversee daily operations, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign tasks to nursing staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.
• Provide mentorship, training, and performance feedback to support professional development.
• Monitor patient progress and collaborate with healthcare teams to review and adjust treatment plans.
• Ensure effective implementation of rehabilitation therapies and interventions.
• Address patient concerns and facilitate appropriate care modifications.
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, therapists, physicians, and leadership.
• Uphold nursing and rehabilitation quality standards, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Manage staffing adjustments, oversee shift operations, and address emergent situations as needed.
• Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Participate in staff training and education initiatives to enhance clinical skills.

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