Assistant Director of Nursing Policy, Safety, and Patient outcomes.
Listed compensation
$114k-$154k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join University of Rochester as a Assistant Director of Nursing – Policy & Safety, $114K-$154K in City of Rochester, New York, United States. As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $114K - $154K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
Apply to join University of Rochester as a Assistant Director of Nursing – Policy & Safety, $114K-$154K.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Director oversees the implementation of evidence-based nursing practices and ensures regulatory compliance to improve patient safety and quality outcomes. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and senior leadership to develop policies and standards that align with organizational objectives.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a BSN and MSN degree along with a valid NYS RN license. A minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing leadership or management within an academic medical center or tertiary setting is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Nursing Leadership — Registered Nurse Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$134k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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