Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $109,512.00 to $166,904.49 annually. (Salary is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements).
The Magnet® Distinction
Glens Falls Hospital is proud to be a Magnet® designated organization, placing us in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for nursing excellence. When you join our leadership team, you step into an environment defined by true shared governance, highly engaged leadership, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.
Why Choose Glens Falls Hospital?
- Elite Leadership Track: Clear mentorship programs and career growth pathways to support your professional aspirations.
- Continuous Learning: Comprehensive professional development and tuition reimbursement to advance your clinical and leadership skills.
- National Standards: Lead a team utilizing data-driven excellence backed by NDNQI and Press Ganey metrics.
- Certification Support: We fund and support your path to Nursing Leadership Certification.
- Sign-On Bonus Available: Eligible candidates will receive a competitive signing incentive upon hire (specific terms determined at the time of offer).
The Impact You Can Make
As a Nurse Manager, you hold full clinical, operational, and fiscal accountability for your unit or service line. You are not just managing daily tasks; you are driving the continuous improvement effort, mentoring the next generation of RNs, and strategically shaping the care delivery model. We are proud to offer a comprehensive program of cancer care services that are unsurpassed in the Glens Falls and Saratoga Regions of New York – from advanced treatments and innovative education and support programs to early detection and cancer prevention. Our combination of medical expertise and patient support has earned us an accreditation by the American College of Surgeons as a Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program – the highest designation available outside of an academic environment. As part of the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, our Saratoga sites employ oncology certified nurses, who have earned a national certification in cancer care from the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.
Responsibilities
Strategic Operational & Fiscal Management
- Direct the operational, clinical, and environmental workflows of the unit, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the annual budget.
- Lead performance improvement initiatives by analyzing NDNQI nurse-sensitive indicators and Press Ganey patient satisfaction metrics.
- Oversee progressive staffing models, develop peak census plans, manage shift-by-shift staffing adjustments, and audit payroll/pay practices.
- Ensure continuous unit readiness in compliance with DNV and healthcare regulatory requirements.
People Leadership & Talent Development
- Manage all aspects of the talent lifecycle, including selective hiring, clinical matrix supervision, performance evaluations, and competency verification.
- Serve as the active council advisor to the unit-based council, ensuring your staff is deeply integrated into the Nursing Shared Leadership structure.
- Act as a clinical resource, role model, and mentor. Facilitate learning opportunities, coordinate new-hire orientations, and lead high-impact monthly staff meetings.
- Lead clinical investigations, address patient or customer concerns immediately, and execute decisive action plans to close safety gaps.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Education & Licensure
- Licensure: Active Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
- Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN or related field) preferred.
- Certifications: Current BLS required (ACLS if service line specific). Nursing Leadership Certification is highly preferred (required within 2 years of eligibility).
Experience & Skills
- Clinical Expertise: Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience required (5 years preferred); previous nursing management experience highly preferred.
- Leadership Capabilities: High emotional intelligence with a proven ability to navigate crucial conversations, resolve conflicts, and delegate effectively.
- Technical & Analytical Savvy: Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and the utilization of clinical data platforms to improve patient outcomes.
Skills Required
- Graduation from a Registered Professional Nursing program
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Master's degree in Nursing or related field
- 3 years relevant clinical experience
- 5 years relevant clinical experience
- Previous nursing management experience
- High emotional intelligence
- Basic understanding of performance improvement and use of data to improve outcomes
- Working knowledge of regulatory and DNV requirements
- Ability to provide feedback and have crucial conversations
- Ability to organize work, delegate, assign, direct, and evaluate staff
- Certification in relevant clinical area
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with interdisciplinary team
- Effective communication and conflict resolution skills
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office, E-mail, unit/service line/department specific applications)
- Utilize electronic medical record according to established standards
- Current Registered Nursing license in the state of New York
- Certification in nursing leadership preferred; required within 2 years of eligibility
- Certification in nursing leadership (preferred)
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification if required for service
What We Do
Albany Medical Center, northeastern New York’s only academic medical center, is one of the Capital Region’s largest private employers with more than 9,000 employees. Albany Medical Center provides the highest level of patient care across disciplines, while receiving regional, national, and international recognition for high standards in patient care, education, and biomedical research. The 766-bed Albany Medical Center offers access to the latest medical services and technological innovations and includes one of the busiest emergency rooms and trauma centers in New York, a children’s hospital and dedicated pediatric emergency room, intensive care units for adults and children, and organ transplant services. Albany Medical College graduates more than 200 medical doctors each year, as well as PAs, CRNAs, biomedical scientists, and bioethicists. Albany Medical College operates a biomedical research enterprise and the region’s largest physician practice with more than 500 doctors. Albany Medical Center, along with Albany Medical College, is a partner in the Albany Med Health System, the largest and only regionally governed, not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England.
