Cath Lab Director

Job Description: Job Title: Cardiac/Interventional Catheterization Lab Director Department: Catheterization Lab Reports To: CNO FLSA Status: Exempt Date 12/1/2022 Position Summary The Director of Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) Laboratories position is responsible for the management of assigned nursing units and departments in terms of the quality of nursing care delivered, as well as for planning, organizing, leading and evalutating Cath Lab services within area of specialty. This position provides leadership and oversight in the accomplishment of strategic and operational objectives of the organization. The Director provides strategic direction for staff and business operations, responsible for establishing strategic and tactical plans for clinical services, new programs and human resource allocation. This position promotes a practice environment that empowers staff to provide effective, compassionate, efficient and knowledgeable care. The Director Nursing works in cooperation with the Medical Staff to ensure regulations and accreditation standards are maintained. . The Director along with the Manager needs to insure that mechanisms are available to maintain high levels of competence and to provide support necessary for the delivery of quality care. Thus, ensuring the most modern principles of adult education and the application of clinical knowledge are incorporated into the Cath Labs' operational framework. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives. Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier levelProvides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed. Implements change, demonstrating the ability to motivate employees and follow through to ensure change in behavior has actually occurred. Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction. Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department. Maintains 24-hour accountability and authority for decisions regarding patient care, unit operations and personnel management for designated unit(s). Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness. Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications. Projects anticipated volume and demand for resources, conducts cost analysis, analyzes and monitors budget reports and variances, evaluates human and material resource utilization and makes necessary adjustments, collaborates with finance and other business personnel to develop new program initiatives. Analyzes and interprets complex data sets and reports (variance analysis, financial/quality, population specific reports). Perform other duties as assigned Safety/Infection Control Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materialsEnsures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/ licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable.Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.). Remains current and proficient with regulatory requirements for the provision of clinical services. Translates the requirements into operations to ensure compliance. Uses automated systems to access, transmit and produce information. Coordinates the provision of comprehensive, inter-professional patient care that results in clinical excellence, optimal outcomes and maximum patient and family satisfaction. Performance Improvement Participate in performance improvement activities as necessaryIdentifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/ system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings. Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan on an on-going basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development. Customer Service Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues and adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations.Demonstrate effective interpersonal skillsTreat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respectUtilize effective communication methods and skillsExplain all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriersAble to perform care in non-judgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs Company Policy Ensure personal appearance is business casual and professional at all timesResponsible for wearing identification badge at all times which must be visible and above the waistlineAttend all required meetings and in-service educationRemain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignmentsCompliance with attendance standardsDemonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessaryQualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCERN Licensure in the State of Texas, with a BSN preferred.Position requires three (3) years of general Cath Lab experience with experience in multi-specialties preferred. Six (6) months to one year clinical experience in an acute care setting required.Current BCLS and ACLS certification.Minimum of one (1) year work experience in the operating room.Maintains professional growth and development though seminars, workshops, and professional affiliation to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertiseTakes responsibility to maintain skills and enhance own performance Completes annual educational requirementsMaintains and demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient groupLANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITYAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationAbility to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distanceAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsCOMPUTER SKILLSBasic computer skillsCERTIFICATE/LICENSESBLS and ACLS Competencies Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at handResponsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led toCommunication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others, and give feedbackFlexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiativesIntelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledgeEnergetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasmOrganized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplishedComputer Savvy: The ability to use technology efficiently and effectivelyCustomer Service: The ability to enhance customer satisfactionJob Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Knowledgeable of current role and technical systems, and the impact it has on the organizationIntegrity and Respect: Demonstrates upmost level of integrityInterpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situationCollaboration and Partnership: Encourages participation from team membersManages Change: Demonstrates flexibility with changing environmentsProblem Solving: Resolve issues in a timely mannerAttention to Detail: Follows procedures to ensure entry of dataOrganization: Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activitiesJudgment: Ability to make independent decisionsTeamwork: Works with others to accomplish objectives and shows support for decisionsQuality: Sets high standards to ensure quality in work performedAccountability: Takes responsibility for adhering to all company policies, procures, and performance expectations Physical Demands The physical demands for this position include: adequate vision, hearing, and repetitive motionLight physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative natureAscending or descending stairs, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and armsSubstantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive mannerBending legs downward and forward by bending leg and spine Work Environment Must be able to work in a stressful environment. They may be exposed to biohazards and chemicals as outlined in the Infection Control, Safety, and MSDS Manuals. Standard Precautions is required, with significant potential for exposure to latex. This position may require duties including lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds, pushing, and pulling more than 100 pounds. It may also require frequent standing, walking, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Good visual and auditory acuity as well as good manual dexterity and the ability to be readily understood are essential. Working Conditions: Routine hazards and risks involved in performing nursing activities and other clinical activities, including potential exposure to infectious processes, potential exposure to hazardous substances, potential musculoskeletal injuries. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Requires judgment/action that could result in death of patient. Exposure to X-ray. Employee Signature Printed Name Employee Signature Date