Job Description

The Director of Nursing leads the nursing staff in the delivery of excellent care to patients by developing a high reliability culture of safety. He/she has 24/7 responsibility in the staff, delivery of care, and fiscal viability for the unit.

Requirements:

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, Masters degree or proof of academic achievement toward a Masters degree in Nursing or related field and must be currently enrolled in a Masters program with a targeted date of completion preferred. Current licensure with the State of Rhode Island as a registered nurse.


Demonstrates competency, individually and as part of the multidisciplinary team, in performing clinical care and assessment of all patient populations.

ADA:

Manual dexterity and mobility required for physical demands of job, including frequent and often prolonged periods of sitting, standing or walking, and occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching. Must be able to push, pull, lift or carry equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation's top specialty trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.


Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.


EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status


Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

WIH Internal Posting period:

4/2/2025-4/9/2025