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Overview At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence-based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time. St. Joseph Hospital is a community hospital that provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, critical care and surgical services. St. Joseph Hospital is proud to hold The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval, signifying full accreditation by the nation’s predominant standards-setting body in health care. Amongst many quality achievements, St. Joseph is also recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for GOLD quality achievements for both Stroke and AFIB. In fact, St. Joseph is the first hospital on Long Island to earn the AFIB GOLD Quality Achievement Award. Job Details Our Assistant Head Nurse (RN) will: Assist in directing and evaluating unit personnel and maintain unit operation under the direction of the Director Will assist in overseeing and supporting all perioperative service areas (PST, ASU, PACU, and OR) as needed. Assign appropriate number and mix of nursing personnel required to meet the identified patients' needs for nursing care. Reassess and adjust staffing and assignments as needed, for their shift. Assess patients during shift by making rounds, directing and communicating with nursing staff focusing on actual or potential nursing problems. Coordinate workflow in terms of patient care, staff relations and adherence to hospital policies, rules, and labor relations policies for the shift Prepare monthly staffing schedule and issue assignments for patient care unit to ensure continuity of care and acuity level needs Serve as a clinical resource person and make recommendations to staff for improvement in patient outcomes. Partner with an interdisciplinary team including, but not limited to surgeons, Registered Nurses (RNs), and ancillary staff to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction. Advocate for and build meaningful relationships with patients and loved ones through safety intervention, emotional support and education. **Work hours will vary from 7a-3p; 8a-4p; 9a-5p; 10a-6p; varied days with occasional weekends and holidays and rotating on call coverage to ensure 24/7 coverage is required** What you'll bring: Passion for Perioperative Services and desire for growth into leadership 5+ years RN experience working in a critical care or similar setting, PACU experience preferred NYS RN License & Registration Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred Master’s degree preferred Licensure: New York Registered Nurse (RN) License & Registration Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required Salary Range USD $60.08 - USD $68.54 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.