Berkshire Health Systems

Nursing Shift Director

Berkshire Health Systems • $90K — $120K *
Great Barrington, MA 01230In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
  • Experience demonstrating fair and respectful staff direction.
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Current RN license in Massachusetts required.
  • ACLS and BLS certifications required or to be obtained within a year.
  • Strong decision-making and collaboration skills necessary.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative direction during shift operations in patient care.
  • Support and direct staff while ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Maintain high levels of satisfaction for patients, families, and physicians.
  • Utilize resources responsibly and cost-effectively in care delivery.
  • Interpret and enforce departmental policies and regulatory guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders including patients and staff.
  • Address conflicts and solve problems efficiently.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities such as training and certifications.
  • Supportive work environment fostering collaboration and teamwork.
  • Flexible scheduling options to promote work-life balance.
  • Access to advanced medical equipment and technology.
  • Commitment to high standards of patient care and satisfaction.
Full Job Description
  • DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
    • A Registered healthcare professional who provides Administrative direction for a shift for the delivery of patient care. This position is responsible to support staff; maintain patient, family and physician satisfaction; and utilize resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Demonstrates knowledge of and assures compliance with accrediting/regulatory agency standards, hospital and departmental policies and procedures and customer service standards.
  • POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
    • Experience:
      • Current clinical experience.
        Three years of supervisory/leadership experience required.
        Experience working with and directing others in a fair, consistent and respectful manner.
    • Education and Training:
      • Graduated from a qualified nursing program with a Baccalaureate degree (BSN preferred) or equivalent work experience.
    • License, Certification & Registration:
      • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) within one year.
      • RN License as a professional nurse within MA
      • BLS
    • Other Requirements:
      • Ability to interpret and administer policies.
        Demonstrated leadership ability, strong decision making, and good collaboration skills.
        Communicates a strong work ethic and commitment toward excellence in the healthcare profession.
        Excellent interpersonal skills, communicates effectively with patients, family members, physicians, management and staff.
        Well organized and able to handle a variety of complex multiple priorities simultaneously.
        Demonstrated dependability and flexibility.
        Documented effectiveness in addressing problems and resolving conflict.
        Ability to use Equipment and Computer used to care for patients.

About Berkshire Health Systems

Berkshire Health Systems is a healthcare organization that provides medical services to residents of Berkshire County, Massachusetts. The organization operates a network of hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, including Berkshire Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, and the Hillcrest Campus of BMC. Berkshire Health Systems was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The organization employs more than 4,000 people and serves a population of approximately 130,000.
Learn more about Berkshire Health Systems
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1875
* Ladders Estimates

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