Director of Emergency Services

Description

Maria Parham Health

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.

Where We Are:

Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• Robust employee recognition and awards programs

• And much more...

Position Summary

The Nursing Director for Emergency Services is the first line manager designated for this specific nursing area, its patient population, and assigned staff. The Nursing Director has 24-hour responsibility for unit's activity. Plans, coordinates, directs the fiscal, personnel and patient care activities to assure the standards of care and standards of practice are met as appropriate for the patient care needs and the age of the patient in as cost-effective manner as possible. Responsible for integration of the nursing area(s) into the overall functioning of the organization.

Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer

Responsibilities of the Position

Develops 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.

Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Bachelors degree in Nursing is required.

Masters degree in Nursing is preferred or an equivalent work experience and education.

Certifications/Licenses

A current North Carolina or compact stated Registered Nurse (RN) license is required upon hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required within 6 months of employment.

Required Skills

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Minimum Work Experience

5 years of emergency department clinical nursing experience is required.

Previous director/supervisory experience is strongly preferred.

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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