Director ICU & MedSurg

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation • Peru, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Medical Surgical Unit (MedSurg) is responsible for the strategic and operational management of nursing services over ICU and MedSurg departments within the organization. This leadership position involves directing and supervising nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, promoting patient safety, and implementing evidence-based practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and oversight to nursing staff, including recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care strategies.
• Manages nursing budgets, resource allocation, and staffing levels to optimize patient care while controlling costs.
• Monitors patient care metrics and work with clinical teams to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction.
• Serves as a liaison between nursing staff, hospital administration, and other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention and control within the unit in the way of audits and related education at the direction of nursing leadership and infection prevention.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for the nursing staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
• Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off – Generous EIB and vacation time to support work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director