What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Nursing NICU and LDRP position at C0007 Franciscan Health Lafayette?
Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 Nursing at Franciscan Health is akin to serving with compassion and joy. It’s helping others with the knowledge that our faith is an important part of the process. Thus, it comes as no surprise that our directors of nursing take it to another level. Our directors of nursing are mentors and change-leaders. They demonstrate transformational leadership and provide quality organizational development opportunities. They maximize resources and get the most from their people. WHO WE ARE With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Oversee the level III NICU and LDRP departments Identify personal learning needs. Seek opportunity for continued learning. Exercise safe judgement in decision making. Provide leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession. Demonstrate tact and understanding when dealing with others. Respond in a positive manner to constructive criticism. Participate in a professional organization. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree Nursing/Patient Care - Required Master's Degree in Nursing/Patient Care Nursing/Healthcare Administration/Business Administration or related - Required -OR- Actively Pursuing 5 years Progressive leadership - Required NICU training - Required 3 years Area of specialization or related nursing care area(s) - Required Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board - Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association within 90 days of hire - Required Unit Specific Certifications - Franciscan Alliance As Required by Unit: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - The American Academy of Pediatrics - Required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association if Required by Unit Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association if Required by Unit TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.