Responsible for managing the clinical, operational, and financial activities within the department. Works collaboratively with physicians, clinical departments, nursing, management, faculty, and other stakeholders to ensure: timely patient access to care, operational efficiency, department productivity, fiscal integrity and patient satisfaction. Primary responsibilities include: human resources management, practice business development, daily operational efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Develops, implements and manages annual capital/operating and personnel (FTE) budget. Uses resources effectively and manages expenses to meet financial goals of department(s).
Contributes to the strategic planning process, day-to-day operations, standards of care or service, and attainment of organizational goals.
Facilitates collaborative problem solving among interdepartmental disciplines. Advocates for and allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective, safe and compassionate care or service based on current best practice standards.
Ensures the requirements for compliance and mandatory/required elements for staff (Immunizations, Conflict of Interest, licensure, safety training) are met.
Responsible for unit or department performance and compliance with patient safety initiatives, federal, state and other regulatory bodies such as Joint Commission, OSHA, and other department specific accrediting and certifying bodies.
Uses professional best practices to ensure the delivery of quality care or service. Participating member of a professional organization appropriate to position and service line. Facilitates and encourages staff participation in professional organizations and professional development.
Models and fosters an environment of professionalism and employee engagement in the department. Responsible for recruitment, retention, and employee engagement. Responsible for creating an effective department culture which ensures an engaged workforce.
Required: Bachelor's degree in Nursing required. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Master's degree in Nursing highly preferred.
Three years of acute care nursing leadership experience.
Certification in critical care nursing by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses or have three years of experience in critical care/intermediate care (step-down) nursing.
Demonstrated expertise in leadership, mentoring ability, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Experience leading customer relations, finance, and productivity management, continuous quality improvement, personnel staffing and development, and directing or leading activities in the department.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Excellent communications skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
Ability to read and interpret documents.
Ability to speak effectively.
Ability to work independently.
Experience in conducting complex long-term projects and meeting strict timelines.