Professional nurse leader is responsible for the overall management of Obstetrical Services on a 24/7 basis. Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all nursing, administrative and related technical activities to ensure care of all patients in Obstetrical Services. Responsible for ensuring all departmental activities are in compliance with standards established by JCAHO, DFS, hospital bylaws, departmental regulations, institutional policies and procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice for patient care. Responsibilities also include performance improvement activities, human resource management, fiscal management, supply and equipment management, department specific staff development and education, customer service focus as well as developing and cultivating partnership with all members of the healthcare team including physicians. Pursues programs of continuing education/staff development consistent with requirements of Granville Medical Center-Granville Health System. Participates in educational conferences, State and national collaborative, and updates and maintains professional knowledge and skills related to the management of area(s) of responsibility. Processes information on the hospital and departmental Health Information Systems as required in performing job responsibilities. Manager must be a positive role model by demonstrating professional practice and behavior, being competent in all areas under his/her direction, and actively supporting mission, vision, and values of the organization. Must be involved in community events, and inspire staff to participate. As a manager, must be able to serve in a staffing capacity, performing all duties of an obstetrical nurse.
DUTIES: Responsibilities also include performance improvement activities, human resource management, fiscal management, supply and equipment management, department specific staff development and education, customer service focus as well as developing and cultivating partnership with all members of the healthcare team including physicians. Must be a positive role model by demonstrating professional practice and behavior, being competent in all areas under his/her direction, and actively supporting the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
REQUIRED:
• Graduate from a Board approved nursing program with current licensure as a registered nurse in the state of North Carolina. • Considerable knowledge of current trends and nursing techniques applicable to the practice setting.
• Three (3) years recent obstetrical clinical experience
• Leadership experience and/or Clinical Leader status
• Current BLS and NRP training; fetal monitoring certification
• ACLS desired or obtain within 6 months of hire.
PREFERRED: BSN or working toward BSN or equivalent degree preferred. STABLE certification withing 6 months of hire
