Assistant Patient Care Director II (Acute Care)
About The Position
The Assistant Patient Care Director is responsible for the direction of the nursing unit(s) in coordination with the patient care director, in alignment with the goals of that unit according to the philosophy of the Division of Patient Care Services. This responsibility includes unit administration, direct nursing care, and coordinating activities with ancillary departments. The assistant patient care director reports to the patient care director. An advanced competency level, knowledge of the nursing process, and consistently meeting or exceeding all criteria of the staff nurse performance appraisal tool is expected of assistant patient care directors.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing required.
- One year of experience in nursing / patient care required.
- One year of demonstrated leadership ability required.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing is required.
- BLS Certification is required.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Area of Clinical Specialty is preferred.
- ACLS or PALS certification meets the requirement for BLS.
Responsibilities
- Direction of the nursing unit(s) in coordination with the patient care director.
- Unit administration.
- Direct nursing care.
- Coordinating activities with ancillary departments.
Benefits
- Medical coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)
- Dental coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)
- Vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)
- Additional wellness benefits
- Retirement benefits
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
