Medical Director of Critical Care Services

6 days ago


Hickory, North Carolina, United States Frye Regional Medical Center Full time
Job Description

Job Summary

The Director of Critical Care Services supports the Medical ICU (8 beds) and the Intermediate Medical Care Unit (12 beds). This Director role reports to the Chief Nursing Officer. The Director is accountable for high-quality, safe, and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.

This leader will assume responsibility for assisting in assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing practice on each unit. The Director will supervise and evaluate work activities of all nursing personnel and provide clinical leadership and set strategic and long-term goals for the nursing staff. The Director will assess performance objectives for each nursing unit and organize, coordinate, develop, and review policies, procedures, and nursing protocols to meet all regulatory, compliance, and quality care standards.

The Director is responsible for the quality of care, operational, and financial efficiency (budgeting) of the nursing unit. The Director will lead and professionally develop the nursing staff within the unit, providing performance goals, feedback, and development opportunities. In addition, the Director will be responsible for recruitment, hiring, and training of personnel and will chair committees as assigned.

Provide direct care as needed.

Role assumes 24/7 responsibility of Director's assigned areas. Responsibilities:


• Active and current Registered Nurse license in the state of North Carolina.


• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.


• Proven leadership ability and hospital operational ability.


• Ability to serve as a role model and advocate for the professional discipline of nursing.

Essential Functions

  • 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.

Benefits

  • Frye Regional Medical Center offers a wide range of benefits options, including medical, dental, and vision plans, HSA, 401(K) retirement plan contributions, generous paid time off, accident and critical illness insurance, prescription assistance with OptumRx, income protection programs for the entire family, employee assistance program, free travel and entertainment discount program, and vitality employee wellness plan.


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