Supports hospital mission statement philosophy and goals
Trained in safety and medical emergency management
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Trained in applying physical intervention techniques as a last resort to prevent harm to patients, visitors and/or staff
Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
Maintain the safety of the Milieu
Creates and maintains staff schedules
Completes HBIPS data collection
Develop and implement clinical program and monitors quality of care
Develop well trained clinical staff
Oversees Performance Improvement with team members and analyzes trends
Assist with efficient management of fiscal and human resources
Review and analyze monthly DOR reports.
Manages assigned unit budget.
Develops and implements Community Outreach Strategies – Referral Development
Acts on behalf as the Behavioral Health Administrator when absent, due to illness/vacations.
Coordinates survey activities (JCAHO, Medicaid, licensing and Medicare).
Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of new programs and services.
Participates in medical staff and hospital committee meetings related to the unit/department, as requested.
Establishes the agenda, including the identification of issues and/or cases to include prompt resolution.
Provides or assists with inservice education and orientation of new and existing staff.
Collects and analyzes the referral data on a monthly basis.
Develops strategies that will define and promote the unit’s programs.
Delegates task, and shares responsibilities and authority whenever appropriate.
Organizes and coordinates the work of the program staff.
Institutes and enforces necessary unit policies and guidelines.
Provides periodic reports that substantiate the unit’s efficiency and effectiveness.
Promote the organization's products and services.
Promotes Customer Service (Patients, Families, Team Members, Physicians)
Active Member of BH leadership team; participates in Administrator on-call rotation and all other duties as assigned.
