Director Nursing Operations Emergency Department

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN
•$50 - $74

About The Position

The Director, ED Nursing Operations is responsible and accountable for managing nursing practice, nursing education and professional development, administration, and nursing services for areas of oversight. The role ensures the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based policies, programs, and services that align with professional standards and values and with the guidelines and vision of the Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President, Patient Care Services. The Director creates an environment that supports nursing practice, retention, and recruitment, and ensures the professional development and competence of direct reports, nursing staff, and other support staff. The position is also responsible for operational performance related to care delivery, quality outcomes, budget performance, physician and patient satisfaction, and departmental turnover. The Director leads and manages ED nursing operations, drives quality outcomes, fosters professional development, and optimizes performance while promoting excellent patient care and staff engagement.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
  • Five years of healthcare operational experience in a nursing leadership role.
  • Registered Nurse license in Tennessee.
  • Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Nice To Haves

  • Master's degree in Nursing.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

  • Manage nursing practice, nursing education and professional development, administration, and nursing services for areas of oversight.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based policies, programs, and services consistent with professional standards and values and organizational guidelines.
  • Promote an environment that supports nursing practice, staff retention, and recruitment.
  • Ensure the professional development and competence of direct reports, nursing staff, and other support staff.
  • Manage operational performance related to care delivery, quality outcomes, budget performance, physician and patient satisfaction, and departmental turnover.
  • Identify and participate in establishing nursing and ancillary staff development programs to support the skills needed to care for CHI Memorial's patient population.
  • Participate in establishing and annually assuring competencies for all patient care staff, and monitor competencies on an ongoing basis.
  • Establish and maintain high levels of physician satisfaction for services provided.
  • Identify leadership development opportunities for Nurse Managers and work with appropriate individuals to establish operational goals related to improving outcomes.
  • Collaborate with all departments to achieve and maintain high patient satisfaction.
  • Meet compliance standards of regulatory bodies affecting service provision, including The Joint Commission, life safety, state, and federal requirements.

Benefits

  • Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Relocation assistance
  • On-site childcare at the Glenwood campus with extended hours
  • On-site gym at the Glenwood campus with a variety of group classes
  • Board Certification Allowance
  • Care@Work premium account for support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Matching 401(k) and 457(b) retirement programs
  • Wellness Program
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