Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility. We serve patients from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive.  Learn more about Blythedale by visiting our website here.

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the Nursing Team Leader functions as a clinical leader and expert on the unit to which she/he is assigned. The Nursing Team Leader oversees day-to-day clinical operations on the unit and provides support to the nursing staff, patients, and families.

• Promotes a harmonious work environment.
• Provides clinical leadership and guidance to staff members.
• Acts as a role model in all activities of patient care delivery and professional interactions with staff, physicians, the multi-disciplinary team, and BCH leadership.
• Ensures that that patients and families receive care in accordance with professional and organizational standards.
• Manages clinical report on all children on the unit, using standardized communication tools.
• Accurately assesses the conditions and health needs of the patients on the unit, including biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care and educational factors
• Implements prescribed nursing actions and medical treatments using evidence-based practices
• Safeguards the rights of patient and family members in accordance with hospital policy.

• 3 years of pediatric experience at a minimum.
• Charge or leadership experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Master's Degree in a relevant field preferred.

Licensure and certifications

• NYS RN license required.
• Certification in pediatric nursing preferred.
• BLS required.
• PALS required.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting.
• Move/lift equipment/patients up to 50lbs; and move/lift equipment/patients greater than 50lbs. with assistance.
• Fine motor coordination in the manipulation of biomedical equipment (e.g. suction catheters, electric monitoring devices).

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Scholarships: Support for furthering your education and career development.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs and conferences.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits here.
• Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
• Safe Work Environment: Commitment to nursing safety and well-being.
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
• Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).