Director of Med-Surg RN

Panama City, Florida

JO# 35382

Summary:

Provide leadership for planning, management, implementation, integration and coordination of the unit in support of facility goals dedicated to excellence, effective leadership, and financial stability. Support the delivery of the high quality, cost effective patient care through activities based on facility strategic goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

Enhance the department through performance improvement and appropriate utilization of resources. 

Develop an operational system that supports a seamless flow of patients through the continuum of care. 

Facilitate the development of a comprehensive education program for patients and staff. 

Collaborate with physicians to provide leadership though out the department. 

Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding new technology and services. 

Collaborates proactively with all interdisciplinary team members and with a patient/family focus to facilitate and maximize client healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary patient care conferences for high risk or medically complex patients. 

Leads research projects under the IRB. 

Directs development of specific short and long-range programs and project plans to obtain the facility objectives. 

Responsible for the planning and coordination of activities, the operational efficiency and effectiveness as well as major impact on all other hospital areas. 

Effectively interviews and selects a qualified number of personnel as required to meet department objectives. Ensures hiring practices conform to appropriate Affirmative Action/EEO practices and regulations. 

Provides direction to the staff and supervisors. Reviews performance of the department staff and approves staff evaluations. Responsible for appropriate disciplinary action of staff members as needed. 

Education:

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

At least 2-3 years of RECENT ACUTE CARE Manager level experience required.

Open to any adult inpatient experience from an acute hospital setting.

Certifications / Licensure:

Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Registered Nurse, or Advance Nurse Practitioner

Special Skills:

Must be able to utilize independent decision-making skills in a wide variety of situations.

Requires a high degree of accuracy in the performance of varied responsibilities.

Personal computer skills required.

Must be self-motivated to complete work in a timely manner to meet deadlines.

Chris Monroe

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Phone: 615-547-2432

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