Director of Nursing - Bascom Palmer - Palm Beach Gardens

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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for Director, of Nursing with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

The Director of Nursing coordinates and directs nursing care and other related activities for Bascom Palmer Surgery Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute outpatient clinics according to established mission, objectives, policies and procedures. Responsible for administrative activities related to nursing service. Performs, when necessary, the duties of Staff Nurse. Works closely with administrative and medical staff in coordinating nursing service functions to enhance patient outcomes. He/she is a role model for excellence in quality care, customer satisfaction and quality improvement.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

Directs, oversees, and evaluates all nursing personnel and staff.

• Coordinates the activities of the department and guides staffing procedures.

• Sets objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department. I

• Interprets policies and objectives of nursing service to staff and community groups.

• Recommends establishment or revisions of policies, and develops organizational structure and standards of performance for legal compliance and high quality standards.

• Controls budgets and monitors expenditures.

• Ensures that nurses are current in competencies, assessments, licensures, certifications, and annual training.

• Collaborates with other departments and professionals to streamline operations.

• Relies on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

• Reports to upper management.

• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. 

• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
 

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.

• Current licensure in the State of Florida

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.

• Five years of management experience strongly preferred.

• ASC experience required; ophthalmology experience strongly preferred.

• AAAHC experience preferred.

• Certified in BLS, ACLS, PALS, HIV

• Domestic Violence, Medication Error Prevention Certification preferable.

Department Specific Functions                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

STANDARD OF CARE

• Directs and supervises all nursing care given to patients within the Ambulatory Surgery Center and clinic according to established policies and procedures and AORN standards.

• Evaluate and hire new employees. Terminates employees in accordance with University of Miami policies.

• Provides for a safe environment for patients and staff in accordance with recommended infection control practices, OSHA regulations and other relevant standards.

• Participates in preparation of annual budget.

• Coordinates the flow, availability and operational efficiency of equipment and supplies needed for the successful operation of the Ambulatory Surgery Center.

• Demonstrates skill in interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and co- workers.

• Provides educational and technical opportunities for all staff members.

• Maintains pr