Acute Care Services – Director - Missoula, MT - $120,000 - $135,000

Acute Care Services – Director

Missoula, MT

$120,000 - $135,000

Job Description

The Acute Care Services Clinical Director works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer. The Acute Care Director functions as an integral member of the patient care team, responsible for the clinical direction of staff members, quality outcomes, and financial health of the reporting units. The Acute Care Director has the 24/7 responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, policies and procedures, goals of the hospitals and the department and their effect on patient care. This individual serves as the expert, role model and resource to the clinical team and care integrator for patients. The shifts will vary to meet the needs of both nightshift and dayshift staff. The Acute Care Services Director exercises autonomy in performing the assigned responsibilities and functions cooperatively with staff and management to support the mission, vision values and strategic plan of CMC.

This Acute Care Services Clinical Director work closely with all members of the Leadership Council and oversees a house-wide, functional, multidisciplinary, and service oriented team that includes the ICU/PCU, Medical/Surgical, and Rehab Nursing Units.

PRIMARY (ESSENTIAL) DUTIES

·        Oversees the development and implementation and assists the Acute Care Manager with staff education and orientation to train and develop effective and efficient staff.

·        Works with Acute Care Manager and House Administrator to ensure that enough qualified nursing personnel are assigned for each unit/shift to meet the patient’s needs.

·        Assists in the interview and hiring process and the employee annual evaluation process.

·        Helps to implement quality and safety standards and audit for compliance and ongoing process improvement.

·        Represents the Acute Care Services unit through departmental and assigned committee meetings.

·        Participates in the developing and updating of department policy and procedures.

·        Manage budget and resources for each unit, ensuring optimal utilization while minimizing costs.

·        Works closely with the Acute Care Manager to understand and manage the correct productivity for the units.

·        Regularly rounds on the units and is visible for staff.

·        Participates in problem-solving issues and communicates openly with all members of the team.

·        Maintain regular communication with the Senior Leadership Team, providing updates on unit progress, discussing strategic initiatives, and obtaining valuable input to ensure the Acute Care division continues to meet its operational and clinical goals. This communication will involve offering critical insights, raising concerns promptly, and providing constructive solutions for consideration.

·        Based on primary staffing needs may need to take a patient assignment or be a resource for staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·        Bachelor’s degree in a Nursing or eligible license in the state of Montana required.

·        Master’s degrees in Nursing, Business, or Leadership/Management preferred.

·        ACLS, ONS certification, Healthcare Provider BLS within 3 months of hire. 

Preferred Certification(s):

·        Certification in specialty preferred.

Minimum Work Experience:

·        5 years or more experience as an Acute Care Clinical Leader required.

·        Experience as a Unit Level Director strongly preferred.

·        Competency of RN for Med/Surg or ICU.

·        2 years or more experience for bedside RN.

·        Demonstrated success with tabulating, collaborative work with physicians, project management and process improvement projects.

·        Experience with a team with a variety of skill levels including new graduate RN’s.

·        Experience with Electronic Medical Records.

Required Skills:

·        Exhibits pride of ownership and is customer focused, strategically oriented, demonstrates teamwork, and delegates appropriately.

·        Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

·        Ability to manage multiple tasks.

·        Requires excellent written and oral communications, presentation, and computer/pc skills.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software.

·        Demonstrated success with tabulating, collaborative work with physicians, project management and process improvement projects.

·        Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the responsibilities, assigned with or without notice.

Director of Med Surg - Maysville, KY - $75,000 - $114,000

Director of Med Surg 

Maysville, KY 

$75,000 - $114,000 

Job Description 

Healthcare is an ever-growing field demanding dedicated, and well-trained individuals. We are now hiring a Director of ICU/IMC. We offer a positive work environment where personnel work as a team to provide high-quality care. We are looking for a leader with excellent communication skills and strategic and inspirational leadership. 

The position of Director of ICU/IMC requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action while overseeing the two units: an 8-bed ICU (Intensive Care Unit) and an 8-bed IMC (Intermediate Care Unit) 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Develop and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization. 

• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives. 

• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives. 

• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. 

• Coordinates and directs internal/external audits. Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. 

• Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. 

• Job Type: Full-time Exempt 

Benefits: 

• Competitive wages 

• Tuition assistance 

• Student loan forgiveness 

• Referral program 

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental Insurance 

• Disability insurance 

• Health insurance 

• Life insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Sick time 

• Paid holidays 

• Vision insurance 

• Employee Assistance Plan 

Director of Intensive Care Unit - Sanford, NC - $83,000 - $120,000

Director of Intensive Care Unit 

Sanford, NC 

$83,000 - $120,000 

Job Description 

At CCH, you’ll join a team that’s truly dedicated to improving the health of the community we know and love. We live here. Our patients are our friends and neighbors. And that allows us to deliver personalized, compassionate care that’s uniquely tailored to our patients’ needs with a hometown touch. So, you can make a meaningful, heartfelt difference in the lives of your patients every day. 

Where We Are: 

Sanford and Lee County provide exceptional quality of life, with low cost of living and the conveniences of small-town life, plus quick and easy access to Raleigh, Durham, and the Research Triangle region. 

Centrally located in the Piedmont region, Sanford is just a short drive from world-class golf in nearby Pinehurst. We are ideally situated just three hours from North Carolina’s beautiful sandy beaches and just three hours from the majestic Blue Ridge mountains. 

Position Summary: 

The ICU Director will organize, direct, and supervise the functions of clinical and/or procedural units our 8 bed ICU.  An ICU Director will ensure policy and procedures are followed; safe staffing levels are maintained; supplies and equipment are at sufficient levels; and efficient patient throughput is managed. This position will also develop, implement, and manage the department budget and engage in ongoing quality and performance improvement, invests in lifelong learning for staff professional development and assures employees complete required annual competencies.  

Required Education:  

Bachelor’s degree is required 

Master's degree is preferred 

Required License:  

Registered Nurse in North Carolina or Compact state is required 

Required Certification:  

BLS is required 

ACLS is required 

Director of ICU/IMC - Maysville, KY - $75,000 - $114,000

Director of ICU/IMC 

Maysville, KY  

$75,000 - $114,000 

Job Description 

Healthcare is an ever-growing field demanding dedicated, and well-trained individuals. We are now hiring a Director of ICU/IMC. We offer a positive work environment where personnel work as a team to provide high-quality care. We are looking for a leader with excellent communication skills and strategic and inspirational leadership. 

The position of Director of ICU/IMC requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action while overseeing the two units: an 8-bed ICU (Intensive Care Unit) and an 8-bed IMC (Intermediate Care Unit) 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Develop and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization. 

• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives. 

• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives. 

• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. 

• Coordinates and directs internal/external audits. Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. 

• Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. 

• Job Type: Full-time Exempt 

Benefits: 

• Competitive wages 

• Tuition assistance 

• Student loan forgiveness 

• Referral program 

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental Insurance 

• Disability insurance 

• Health insurance 

• Life insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Sick time 

• Paid holidays 

• Vision insurance 

• Employee Assistance Plan 

Director of ICU and Med/Surg - Riverton and Lander, WY - $75,000 - $109,000

Director of ICU and Med/Surg

Riverton and Lander, WY

$75,000 - $109,000

Job Description

Our Company in Riverton and Lander, Wyoming, are amongst the best outdoor towns in America! The director will divide duties and attention between both Riverton and Lander campuses leading Med/Surg and ICU units. We’re excited to enhance our team of compassionate and professionals with a new acute care leader.

Job Responsibilities

·        Provide clinical practice leadership for operating patient services departments, including Medical/Surgical and Intensive Care Units.

·        Direct clinical practice, coordinate patient service delivery, educate and develop staff, control budget(s), and manage the work environment.

·        To serve as a resource for interdisciplinary divisions within the hospital.

·        Responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing operations and staff, clinical and non-clinical, of the medical/surgical and ICU units.

·        Develops and maintains clinical competencies through continuing education.

·        Motivated to achieve the financial and operational objectives of the hospital. 

·        Exemplify leadership ability to work with others through effective verbal and written communication. 

·        Proven critical thinking skills utilizing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problem-solving.

Educational Requirements

·        Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent

·        Master’s Degree in related discipline (preferred)

Work Experience

·        Five (5) years of progressive leadership and managerial experience (required)

·        Two (2) years of director level experience at STACH

·        Expertise with survey processes in an acute care setting (Joint Commission)

·        Prior operational and supervisory experience within a complex medical center (preferred)

·        Experienced collaborator with multiple department directors and C-suite executives.

License/Certification

·        Registered Nurse License for the Wyoming (either single state or multistate)