Director, Nursing Administration

A Brief Overview Responsible for the overall development, implementation, and administration of multiple Nursing Service Units to include Trauma Resus, Trauma ICU, Orthro-Trauma, Trauma Stepdown and Burn to ensure that quality services are provided in the treatment, therapy and follow-up of patients and to maximize patient outcomes consistent with Level 1 Trauma Center requirements. Assures compliance with all organization, state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols.

What you will do Apprises Vice President of all activities, pertinent changes in internal/external market, threats, and opportunities in a timely and anticipatory manner and presents action plans for immediate implementation/approval.

Directs functions and practices of Trauma and Burn Services Units consistent with Level 1 Trauma Center requirements.
* Directs the formulation, development, and execution of plans, policies, and programs which meet the needs of the patients, providers and organization. Provides vision and action in designing and maintaining an efficient and effective nursing care delivery system.
* Participates on the Nursing Executive Leadership Council (NEC) and coordinates nursing care activities designated for applicable nursing areas.
* Responsibility for the integration of Nursing Services into primary hospital functions, as well as integrating interdepartmental and intradepartmental services. Monitors team activities with administrative team.
* Provides for on-going training and keeps staff informed of changes in departmental policy, changes in the provisions and requirements of patient care practices.
* Supports initiatives designed to improve the quality of Nursing Services. Facilitates interdisciplinary team process and problem solving. Investigates and resolves complaints from patients, hospital staff, and the general public.
* Ensures compliance with organizational, regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Consults, works collaboratively and maintains a positive working relationship with other disciplines, participates in the plan, design, and evaluation of services, ensuring the integration of Trauma and Burn Nursing functions and activities.
* Coordinates activities with administrators, medical staff, and heads of other departments.
* Participates in Performance Improvement Programs to effect change, enhance delivery of services and problem solve within the organization.
* Participates in risk management activities.

Directs the provision of optimal patient care in support of the mission statement of the organization, defined Patient Care Standards, and regulatory agency requirements for Trauma and Burn patients.
* Ensures the development, approval and implementation of standards of Nursing practices which support the mission and philosophy of the hospital, State of TN and Joint Commission accreditation.
* Ensures patient care services are provided and plan of care implemented, as directed by the medical staff, according to medical regime and the nursing intervention appropriate for the patients' conditions and consistent with patient care policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices and patient safety practices.
* Makes rounds and provides managerial presence to ensure planned or required care is being provided to patients. Communicates with physicians, nursing and support staff, patients, and family members regarding patient care.
* Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of an accurate and effective documentation system.
* Maintains accurate charge capture for services provided and effectively allocates resources to meet unit needs. Ensures financial charges are current and reconciled daily.
* Ensures that medical equipment is maintained and functional and refers equipment for needed repairs.
* Ensures nursing’s participation in evaluating, selecting and integrating health care technology and information management systems that support patient care needs and the efficient utilization of nursing resources.

Develops and sustains standards of care and practice which are consistent with current trends (for existing programs/services).
* Assures program/service relevance and effectiveness.
* Explores new clinical initiatives for expanding service line.
* Seeks methods to streamline operational systems to improve program/service efficiency and effectiveness.
* Contributes to division-wide strategic and…