Director of Med-Surg

Our client is currently seeking experienced and dynamic healthcare professionals to fill the role of Director of Med-Surg. The Director will provide leadership for planning, management, implementation, integration, and coordination of the Med-Surg unit, supporting facility goals dedicated to excellence, effective leadership, and financial stability.

• Enhance Department Performance:
  Implement performance improvement strategies and ensure appropriate utilization of resources to enhance the overall performance of the Med-Surg department.
• Operational System Development:
  Develop and implement an operational system that supports a seamless flow of patients through the continuum of care.
• Education Program Development:
  Facilitate the development of a comprehensive education program for both patients and staff.
• Physician
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with physicians to provide leadership throughout the department, ensuring effective communication and cooperation.
• Technology Evaluation:
  Evaluate and make recommendations regarding new technology and services to enhance patient care and department efficiency.
• Interdisciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Proactively collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, focusing on patient and family outcomes. Coordinate multi-disciplinary patient care conferences for high-risk or medically complex patients.
• Research Leadership:
  Lead research projects under the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to contribute to advancements in healthcare.
• Program and Project Planning:
  Direct the development of specific short and long-range programs and project plans to achieve facility objectives.
• Personnel Management:
  Effectively interview, select, and manage qualified personnel to meet department objectives. Ensure hiring practices align with Affirmative Action/EEO practices and regulations.
• Staff Direction and Performance:
  Provide direction to staff and supervisors, reviewing performance and approving staff evaluations. Take appropriate disciplinary action as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree (consideration for ASN candidates, but higher education preferred for Directors)
• 5-10+ years of RN experience in an acute hospital setting, with 3-5+ years of progressive leadership experience (Manager, Director level)
• NIH Stroke Scale must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Instructor must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date