RN: Vice President of Health Services - TAG MedStaffing

Job Overview - Vice President of Health Services:
Our healthcare client is looking for a passionate and experienced Vice President of Health Services to join their team. As a crucial member of the agency's Senior Leadership Group, you will play a key role in overseeing the medical and emotional well-being of pediatric participants in foster care settings. Your expertise will ensure the highest standards of care and strict compliance with regulatory standards across various programs. 

Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $160,000 - $175,000/year
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Responsibilities as the Vice President of Health Services:

• Team Supervision: Provide supervision and oversee the Health Service Team, including the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director.
• Regulatory Compliance: Oversee Article 29-I application and implementation, maintain facilities in compliance with State requirements, and ensure adherence to city, state, and federal regulations, including OMIG standards.
• Quality Assurance: Serve on the Compliance and Incident Risk Management committee, guiding health standards for participants and employees.
• Financial Management: Manage Medicaid budgets in coordination with the Finance Department and administrators. Collaborate with the Medicaid Quality Assurance Department for continuous health and behavioral care review and documentation compliance.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver health-related training for staff and participants, including family life and sex education for youth in care.
• Emergency Response: Be available on call for emergencies and represent the agency at external meetings.
• Trauma-Informed Practices: Implement trauma-informed practices using Sanctuary Model tools and framework. Collaborate with Human Resources, Facilities, and other departments as needed.
• Community and Funder Relations: Maintain connections with funders and health resources like ACS MHCU for optimal service delivery to youth and families.

Qualifications for the Vice President of Health Services:

• Education: Must have a New York State Unrestricted Registered Nurse Licensure.
• Experience: 5+ years in leadership roles within Child Welfare or Foster Care, with clinical pediatric and nursing administrative experience.
• Skills: Strong communication skills, interest in working with underserved youth, and commitment to strength-based, youth development perspectives.
• Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Suite.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.