What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Nursing Services - Main Nursing Admin - Full Time - Days position at The Christ Hospital Cardiovascular Associates?
Job Description
The Clinical Director provides operational leadership and direction to the patient care areas reporting to the position. In addition to direct operational responsibilities, the Clinical Director is a member of the senior Patient Care Services leadership team responsible for execution of strategic initiatives, project leadership, and oversight. The Clinical Director will oversee one of two focus areas :
Clinical Directors reporting to Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) will hold primary focus in clinical areas that report to respective ACNO and operational, administrative leadership, financial, and professional practice / development duties as outlined below for those clinical areas.
Operational" Clinical Director reporting to Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) will hold primary focus in operational projects, processes, business plans and metrics for scope of all clinical areas reporting to CNO, and will collaborate with Clinical Director and ACNO to ensure effective alignment, development, implementation, and communication of integrated PCS initiatives.
Responsibilities
Operations
- Develops, implements and assesses the effectivenesss of operating plans for clinical areas and nursing functions so that strategic objectives are realized and care is provided according to professional standards and guidelines.
- Provides oversight, support and coordination for daily operations of inpatient nursing and the broader patient care support organization.
- Validates the adequacy of staffing plans and recommends changes as appropriate including overseeing the management of patient throughput and capacity.
- Ensures that processes guiding the provision of care are appropriately implemented and evaluated (regulations, standards, policy / procedures) utilizing the professional practice model and unit based care delivery support.
- Ensures responses to unplanned occurrences, emergencies, or disasters that have the risk and potential for impacting delivered services.
- Provides back-up and support as needed for Nursing Supervisors
- Coordinates patient care with other healthcare disciplines, and assists in integrating services across the continuum of health care.
- Assists w / all business operations aligned w / PCS department and associated ACNO. Business operations include bur are not limited to assistance, under the direction of the ACNO, in workforce engagement, employee engagement, and talent management.
- Maintains and enhances department level AND unit level scorecards and dashboards reflecting the strategic plan and KPIs. Participates in monitoring, identifying, and reporting quality, safety, and performance related issues; actively participates in monthly Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement at the ACNO and departmental level. Continually improve processes with medical and clinical staff related to the cardiac and vascular programs. Select and measure quality indicators and manage to meet established internal & external benchmarks.
Administrative Leadership
Finance
Professional Practice and Professional Development
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :
Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate. List any special education required for this position.
EDUCATION : Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Masters in Nursing or other related field required such as business, health administration, hospital administration required.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : Minimum of five (5) years progressive leadership positions.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Demonstrated knowledge of nursing, healthcare, and organizational systems and strategies. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in high reliability, performance improvement theory and application and project management. Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and other external organizations related to healthcare evaluation and accreditation. Experience with the methodologies and processes related to organizational financial viability. Well-developed transformational & tribal leadership, communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :
Current RN licensure in the state of employment.
Membership in professional organizations is required. Certification in area of clinical concentration, management executive by the AACN, AONE, and / or ACHE.