Director of Critical Care

Parrish Medical Center Nursing • Titusville, FL

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About The Position

The Director of Critical Care leads and oversees Critical Care services, including ICU, Respiratory, and Inpatient Dialysis. The role is accountable for ensuring these functions have the resources, metrics, and talent needed to fulfill Parrish Healthcare’s mission and meet organizational strategic goals. The Director has 24-hour responsibility, authority, and accountability for the assigned functional areas and reports to the VP, Nursing Administration, CNO.

The Director advances strategic planning and service development; supports achievement of departmental metrics across People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance; and promotes compliance with applicable healthcare standards and regulations. The role also oversees operational planning and budgets, staff engagement and development, and continuous improvement in patient care and service. The Director maintains professional knowledge and skills and may provide backup coverage for assigned care partners as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or another relevant clinical field.
• More than 7 years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience.
• ICU experience.
• Clear and active Florida RN license.
• BCLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Current Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or obtain it within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct strategic planning for assigned functional areas, anticipating service needs and influencing innovation, development, and growth of service strategies.
• Ensure departmental dashboard metrics are achieved across the strategic pillars of People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance, and take effective action to meet or sustain national benchmarks.
• Develop and maintain systems, processes, policies, and procedures that promote excellent patient, family, visitor, and internal customer experiences, measured by HCAHPS and other relevant benchmarks.
• Promote continuous improvement and achievement of applicable quality standards, including those measured by HIPAA, CMS, the Joint Commission, and other relevant regulatory agencies.
• Develop, implement, and oversee policies, and ensure adherence to Parrish Healthcare policies, procedures, and applicable government regulations and industry requirements.
• Lead certification, accreditation, and audit procedures; ensure required regulatory reports are prepared and submitted on time.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, healing work environment and support employee engagement through performance management, problem-solving, conflict resolution, mentoring, orientation, onboarding, recognition, training, and professional development.
• Inspire care partners’ commitment to the organization’s mission, vision, values, and safe care pledge.
• Maintain professional skills and knowledge and provide backup coverage for assigned care partners as needed to address staffing needs.
• Plan and administer annual budgets; promote productive, cost-efficient operations; and take corrective action when operating expenses deviate from budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Know fire, disaster, and safety procedures and regulations applicable to the work area.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on Day 1.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending, accident, critical illness, and other applicable benefits.
• Annual accrual of 192 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) hours.

What This Job Offers

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