Director of Nursing ICU

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital•Lake Charles, LA

About The Position

ICU Director of Nursing DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Director of Nursing provides leadership and has 24 hour responsibility and accountability for the successful operation of a designated unit/department/service. They also participate as a member of the hospital's management team in planning, policy formulation and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions and operation of the unit/department/service. Finally, the DON is a steward of the hospital's mission and service excellence program. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Chief Nursing Officer RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Develops, implements and enforces policies and procedures which support the Hospital's mission, goals and objectives. Ensures that staff complies with mandatory education, licensure requirements, mandatory health requirements, etc. Develops annual departmental budget and operates within budgetary guidelines. Recommends and ensures appropriate staffing levels. Allocates resources according to priorities. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Generates creative solutions and attention to detail. Demonstrates persistence and follow through even when faced with adversity or challenges. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Seeks increased responsibilities. Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others by persuasion rather than intimidation. Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment in decision making. Sets clear performance expectations and holds people accountable. Writes clearly and informatively. Varies writing style to meet needs. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE B.S. Degree preferred; A.D. accepted. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a charge nurse or unit coordinator role in an acute care hospital. Current RN licensure in the State of Louisiana or compact state license; current CPR, ACLS, PALS as required by policy Computer skills. Physical Demands/Work Environment Work may require evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and/or a flexible schedule depending on the needs of the unit/department/service. Requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to deal with stressful situations and conflict resolution. Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive devices to listen with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, bowel sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated. Working at Lake Charles Memorial Health System | Great Place To Work

Requirements

B.S. Degree preferred; A.D. accepted.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a charge nurse or unit coordinator role in an acute care hospital.
Current RN licensure in the State of Louisiana or compact state license; current CPR, ACLS, PALS as required by policy
Computer skills.
Requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to deal with stressful situations and conflict resolution.
Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive devices to listen with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, bowel sounds.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and has 24 hour responsibility and accountability for the successful operation of a designated unit/department/service.
Participate as a member of the hospital's management team in planning, policy formulation and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions and operation of the unit/department/service.
Steward of the hospital's mission and service excellence program.
Develops, implements and enforces policies and procedures which support the Hospital's mission, goals and objectives.
Ensures that staff complies with mandatory education, licensure requirements, mandatory health requirements, etc.
Develops annual departmental budget and operates within budgetary guidelines.
Recommends and ensures appropriate staffing levels.
Allocates resources according to priorities.
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Develops alternative solutions.
Generates creative solutions and attention to detail.
Demonstrates persistence and follow through even when faced with adversity or challenges.
Balances team and individual responsibilities.
Seeks increased responsibilities.
Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.
Exhibits confidence in self and others.
Inspires and motivates others by persuasion rather than intimidation.
Treats people with respect.
Keeps commitments.
Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior.
Exhibits sound and accurate judgment in decision making.
Sets clear performance expectations and holds people accountable.
Writes clearly and informatively.
Varies writing style to meet needs.