Under the direction of the CNO/COO, the
Director is responsible on a 24-hour basis for the planning and comprehensive operations of the Emergency Department ensuring compliance with hospital and nursing mission, goals, philosophy, policies and procedures. The
Director utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of patient care and ensures quality care is provided through appropriate allocation of human resources, maintaining financial control of the unit, and serving as a liaison between administration and staff. The Jackson Emergency Department is a 29 bed State designated Level 3 Trauma center, with Primary Stroke Certification and Acute MI Certification. The Emergency Department has approximately 80 FTE's including an Educator, 2 managers and an Administrative Assistant.
This individual must demonstrate personal and professional responsibility; participate in creating an atmosphere of mutual trust, acceptance, recognition and respect; and assume responsibility for own professional development. This position also serves as liaison to physicians, administration, EMS and hospital staff. rec:max
Unrestricted AL or Multi State RN license and BSN required, Master's Degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years comparable Director level experience required including Operations and Personnel experience
- 5 years RN ED clinical experience required
- Knowledge and experience with Meaningful Use, Value Based Purchasing and HCAHPS
- Must demonstrate personal and professional responsibility
- LEAN exerience or training preferred
