Physician Practice RN Nursing Team Leader

Position Overview

The Physician Practice Lead RN provides clinical leadership and oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within the UHS physician practices. This role serves as a vital link between frontline staff and operational leadership, assisting in the promotion of excellence in clinical practice, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The Lead RN fosters a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement—engaging patients, healthcare teams, and the broader community in the pursuit of optimal health outcomes. The RN is accountable for maintaining compliance with the New York State Nurse Practice Act, United Health Services Hospitals and Nursing Division policies, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics, and the Patient Bill of Rights.

About the Role

This role promotes a healing and supportive environment, fostering patient-centered care and continuous professional development. Work Locations: UHS Primary Care, Owego, NY UHS Primary Care, Candor, NY UHS Primary Care, Newark Valley, NY There is more than one location associated with this position. This is either because there are multiple openings at different sites, or the successful candidate will be required to float across multiple UHS facilities. Your recruiter and hiring manager will clarify expectations during the interview process.

Primary Work Shift

Primary Work Shift: Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

Compensation Range: $37.00 - $55.50 per hour, depending on experience

Education/Experience

• Minimum requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  At least one year experience in an acute or ambulatory based care setting.
  Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Supervisory or management experience
• National Certification
• Clinical Ladder Nurse Level III
• Licenses/Certifications: Current NY State RN license.
  Documentation of current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days employment.

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

• A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard.
• Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best.
• Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
• Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads.

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, producing $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasting a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.