Assistant Patient Care Director Intermediate Care Unit

Kaiser Permanente • Arlington, VA

81d

About The Position

The Assistant Patient Care Director is responsible for direction of the nursing unit(s) in coordination with the patient care director in concert with the goals of that unit according to the philosophy of the Division of Patient Care Services. The 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.
• One year of experience in nursing/patient care.
• One year of demonstrated leadership ability.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing.
• BLS Certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Area of Clinical Specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the nursing unit(s) in coordination with the patient care director.
• Oversee unit administration and direct nursing care.
• Coordinate activities with ancillary departments.
• Meet or exceed all criteria of the staff nurse performance appraisal tool.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree