Director Nursing: HOI-Med/Surg Joint

Hoag • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

Primary Duties and Responsibilities The Nursing Director directs and oversees all aspects of patient care, operations and financial management on designated unit(s). This includes administrative, staff performance management, financial, quality management and patient care activities of nursing unit(s) on a twenty-four (24) hour basis. The role develops and modifies procedures and policies to run unit optimally. Ensures patient care is delivered and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional regulatory standards. Responsible for continual improvement of patient care and prevention of harm. Focusses on continually enhancing patient outcomes and improving care. Consults with Charge Nurses on staff performance, identifying education needs, and identifying patient and/or delivery problems and solutions. Identifies and provides necessary staff education and orientation. Works in conjunction with the Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer to develop the vision, goals, and strategic initiatives for the Nursing Department and then executes those goals and initiatives. Functions as a clinical expert, consultant, liaison, researcher, educator and leader. Utilizes the nursing process based on research and evidence-based outcomes. Drives innovation. Exhibits a “can-do” attitude. Performs other duties as assigned. The position requires meetings and rounding outside of normal business hours including evenings/nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelors’ of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Registered Nurse in the state of California - Current and in good standing.
• BLS certification.
• Certain departments must complete mandatory stroke specific requirements for certification. Brain and Spine, Emergency Department, Hoag Orthopedic Institute (HOI), ICU, Telemetry (Hoag Irvine Only): Fulfills mandatory stroke education requirements per certification agency.
• Perioperative, Same Day Services, Pulmonary: ACLS Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Masters’ of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Pulmonary: ANCC Certification (i.e., PCCN, CMSRN, NE-BC)

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees all aspects of patient care, operations and financial management on designated unit(s).
• Develops and modifies procedures and policies to run unit optimally.
• Ensures patient care is delivered and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional regulatory standards.
• Responsible for continual improvement of patient care and prevention of harm.
• Consults with Charge Nurses on staff performance, identifying education needs, and identifying patient and/or delivery problems and solutions.
• Identifies and provides necessary staff education and orientation.
• Works in conjunction with the Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer to develop the vision, goals, and strategic initiatives for the Nursing Department and then executes those goals and initiatives.
• Functions as a clinical expert, consultant, liaison, researcher, educator and leader.
• Utilizes the nursing process based on research and evidence-based outcomes.
• Drives innovation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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