Job Description
Job Summary
Directs, and implements all nursing and related patient care activities, for areas of accountability. Works in close collaboration with the nursing management team to meet and support diverse organizational business initiatives/strategies. Responsibilities include but are not limited to standardization of systems, identification of efficiencies, financial oversight for areas of nursing programs/services, implementation of performance improvement strategies, support of strategic nursing business initiatives, processes and communication plans which support nursing goal attainment while fostering patient, physician and employee satisfaction. Works collaboratively with all hospital departments to operationalize nursing integration, service line development, and standardized nursing practice. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Population Served
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
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Contributes in the development, and oversees the implementation and improvement of care delivery models and services that supports the continuous enhancement of care delivery and patient/family, employee, and provider satisfaction for area of responsibility.
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Applies the values of the nursing organization and assures compliance of the nurse practice acts abiding by nurses? rights and compliance with regulatory and professional standards for area of responsibility.
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Fosters transparency, interdisciplinary collaboration, and accountability in areas of responsibility.
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Enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, nursing services administration, and the delivery of services.
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Optimizes resource allocation to support current and potential objectives and initiatives.
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Directs a multidisciplinary work force that provides clinically competent, efficient, and compassionate care and services in a professionally challenging environment.
Specifications
Experience
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired
3 years progressive, outcome oriented leadership experience
Education
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired
Bachelor?s Degree.
Master's Degree.
Training
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired
Special Skills
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired
Knowledge of health care issues, trends, legal compliance and managed care with emphasis in all components and nursing operations. Ability to foster collaborative partnerships in the development, implementation and administration of service and program delivery.
Certification
Licensure
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired
RN
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Reporting Relationships
Yes
Work Environment
Functional Demands
LabelShort DescriptionFull Description
Sedentary
Very light energy level
Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light
Moderate energy level
Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium
High energy level
Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy
Very high energy level
Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
Functional Demands Rating
Sedentary
Light
Medium
Heavy
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
Sensory Requirements
Color DiscriminationNear VisionFar VisionDepth PerceptionHearing
Yes
Accurate
Accurate
Minimal
Moderate
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Chemical
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Other
