Director of Med-Surg

Position: Director of Med-Surg
15% annual director's bonus
2% annual increases
Relocation Assistance: Case by Case
SIDE NOTE: THERE ARE 2 DIRECTOR OF MED-SURG ROLES AVAILABLE. PLEASE SEE THE DOWN BELOW FOR DETAILS AND INDICATE WHICH ROLE THE CANDIDATE WOULD BE INTERESTED IN:
1.) One of the positions will oversee: two separate units (a 47 bed general med surg unit and a 26 bed cardiac med/surg unit), PLUS will oversee Float Pool and PSAs (Patient Safety Attendants/Sitters)-About 80-90 direct reports total - 2 Managers, several Clinical Nurse Coordinators, RNs, LPNs, Patient Care Techs, Lead Patient Care Techs, and Nurse Externs.
2.) The Other role will over see: a 51 bed general Med/Surg unit - patients are a variety of ortho, trauma, oncology, tele-About 50-60 direct reports (1 manager, several CNCs, RNs, New Grad RNs, Nurse Externs, Patient Care Techs, Lead Patient Care Techs)
Client Hospital is a 221-bed acute care hospital.
Job Summary:
Provide leadership for planning, management, implementation, integration and coordination of the unit in support of facility goals dedicated to excellence, effective leadership, and financial stability. Support the delivery of the high quality, cost effective patient care through activities based on facility strategic goals and objectives.
What you will do in this role:
Enhance the department through performance improvement and appropriate utilization of resources.
Develop an operational system that supports a seamless flow of patients through the continuum of care.
Facilitate the development of a comprehensive education program for patients and staff.
Collaborate with physicians to provide leadership though out the department.
Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding new technology and services.
Collaborates proactively with all interdisciplinary team members and with a patient/family focus to facilitate and maximize client healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary patient care conferences for high risk or medically complex patients.
Leads research projects under the IRB.
Directs development of specific short and long-range programs and project plans to obtain the facility objectives.
Responsible for the planning and coordination of activities, the operational efficiency and effectiveness as well as major impact on all other hospital areas.
Effectively interviews and selects a qualified number of personnel as required to meet department objectives. Ensures hiring practices conform to appropriate Affirmative Action/EEO practices and regulations.
Provides direction to the staff and supervisors. Reviews performance of the department staff and approves staff evaluations. Responsible for appropriate disciplinary action of staff members as needed.
What qualifications you will need:
Bachelor's Degree (might be able to consider ASN candidates, but really prefer higher education for Directors)
5-10+ years of RN experience (MUST HAVE Med/Surg experience or something extremely similar (willing to consider PCU/stepdown units as well, or cardiac-type units for the Med/Surg position that has a little bit of a cardiac focus) in an acute hospital setting, plus 3-5+ years of progressive leadership experience (Charge RN, Supervisor, Manager, Director) - candidates need to at least have Manager-level experience
NIH Stroke Scale must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), or Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Diploma, or Associate Degree
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt, or ACLS Instructor must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Benefits:
Client Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off *** stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Additional Information:
Interview Process for both roles:
-30 minute WebEx Video interview with CNO/ACNO
-Onsite panel interview (we will pay for travel arrangements for candidates that live 2+ hours away from the facility)
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