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Director of Nursing - Critical Care and Emergency Services

Mercy Health -
Paducah, KY

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Job Details

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance
Referral program
Prescription drug insurance

Qualifications

RN License
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor's degree in nursing
Acute care experience
Stakeholder relationship building
Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

DIRECTOR OF NURSING - CRITICAL CARE AND EMERGENCY | Paducah, KY

Lourdes Hospital

General Purpose of Position

The Director Nursing coordinates & advances the strategic direction for the clinical areas they oversee in concert with the site nursing leader. This Leader aligns with health system strategic objectives, implements initiatives, and evaluates outcomes collaboratively with other leaders.

Essential Job Functions

Leads a team of two or more nursing areas

Advises on and promotes strategic plan.

Oversees cross-functional issues.

Responsible for 24-hour accountability, integration, facilitation, and coordination of the leadership, management, and clinical practice of the units they oversee.

Serves as a professional role model, leader, mentor, and clinical resources director/educator for nurses and other members of the health care team.

Strives for operational excellence for patients related to cost, quality, service, and patient outcomes.

Collaboratively with the CNO, develops and implements plans that will support the overall strategic quality plan involving the assigned care units.

Participates in business development activities for the organization.

Accountable for overall budget development, monitoring, and variance analysis of multiple units.

Responsible for oversight of interviewing, hiring, developing, and retaining associates

Responsible for personal and professional growth as well as fostering an environment where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.

BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)

Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:

PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)

ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)

NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)

TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)

ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)

National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)

Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)

Masters of Science Nursing or Masters in Health Administration or related field (must be completed within two years)

Work Experience

5 years of experience as a professional nurse (required)

2+ years of progressive leadership/management experience in an acute care setting (required)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Understands life span growth and development principles, assesses patient data, and tailors care according to age and specific needs as per departmental policies.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May have periods of constant interruptions.

General office environment.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

Prolonged periods of working alone

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Demands Frequency (%)

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 1-33%

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Stoop, Kneel 34-66%

Crawling 1-33%

Climbing 1-33%

Balance 34-66%

Bending 34-66%

Work Position

Sitting 1-33%

Walking 67-100%

Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform Shift Work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - Far

Acuity - Near

Hazards

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electical shock

Exposure to x-ray/electomagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

Build collaborative relationships

Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff

Community involvement

Conflict resolution

Effective oral communication

Establish an environment that values diversity

Facilitate consensus building

Facilitate group discussions

Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors

Interpersonal communication

Public Speaking

Relationship building

Situational leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Application of high reliability concepts

Care Delivery Models and Patient Care Delivery across the continuum

Clinical outcomes

Education and developmental practices

Evidence-based practices

Governance related to fiduciary responsibilities, credentialing and performance management

Health care economics and policy

Hospital policies and procedures

Nursing and clinical best practices and research

Nursing professional practice

Patient care services

Performance improvement

Quality clinical care

Quality improvement

Regulatory standards

Risk management

Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations.

Able to learn from setback and failures.

Change management

Foundational leadership

Mentor others

Succession planning

Advocacy

Holding self accountable to actions and decisions

Open to receiving feedback and coaching

Uphold ethical principles and corporate compliance standards

Analyzing data or information

Knowledge of creating and managing budgets

Creating operational objectives and the strategies to achieve the goals

Customer service

Financial Management

Human Resources management

Information management and technology

Knowledge of SWOT and Gap analyses

People management and leadership

Problem solving

Staffing and managing staffing based on matrix

Strategic planning and management

Workforce development planning

Union environments

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]

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