Assistant Vice President of Professional Practice and Nursing Outcomes

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital  is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

The Assistant Vice President of Professional Practice and Nursing Outcomes provides strategic leadership and oversight of professional nursing practice, evidence-based standards, shared governance, and nursing outcomes across the organization. This role ensures alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities while fostering a culture of nursing excellence, professional development, innovation, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes. The Assistant Vice President collaborates with nursing and interprofessional leaders to advance Pathway to Excellence, promote professional accountability, and drive superior clinical and operational performance.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in nursing required; Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in Nursing preferred.Current, active New York State RN license. Professional certification in nursing leadership, administration, or professional development preferred (e.g., NEA-BC, CPHQ, NPD-BC).

Minimum of 10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience, including oversight of nursing practice, outcomes, or education. Demonstrated experience with Magnet® Recognition Program and nursing excellence initiatives. Proven record of improving patient outcomes and advancing professional practice standards. Strategic and systems-level leadership. Knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice and outcome measurement. Collaborative and transformational leadership style. Excellent communication, mentoring, and presentation skills. Data-driven decision-making and analytical ability