Director of Nursing- Center for Medically Fragile Children

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Job Requisition ID:

R00040735

Job Category:

Nursing

Organization:

Children's Nursing Services Leaders

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Director of Nursing- Center for Medically Fragile Children

Job Summary:

To direct, coordinate, implement, and evaluate operational and patient care services within an assigned area in accordance with institutional policies, standards of practices, and governmental regulations. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Nursing and four (4) years of progressive clinical management. Children's Hospital experience preferred.

ANCC Certification in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:  Valid RN license. ANCC certification in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Project management skills including the ability to effectively manage resources and expectations.

Knowledge of program development and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.  The ability to identify, develop, and implement quality improvement measures. Must have proven leadership, facilitative and clinical educational skills.  Must be able to sustain professional relationships including collaborative practice with physicians.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, directs, and staffs patient access, patient care, and continued care services in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with medical staff and other individuals in planning and facilitating efficient patient care services and patient management.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates administrative activities. Collaborates in tactical and strategic program planning. Establishes yearly goals for all assigned areas and implements action plans that support strategic goals. Ensures adequate staffing and coverage. Conducts hiring interviews for children's positions.
• Develops capital equipment plans and clinical space plans for ongoing operations and new programs.
• Confers with hospital administration and other pertinent individuals concerning policy recommendations, patient care, and operational issues. Identifies and assists in resolution of problems between staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Maintains an organizational structure and staff to accomplish organizational goals and objectives; hires, supervises, and evaluates staff; ensures compliance with applicable standards, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Serves on at least one hospital or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships internally and externally wi