Role Overview: The position involves providing leadership and oversight for all nursing departments and clinical services, including Medical/Surgical Units, Emergency Department, Surgical Services, and clinics. The role entails strategic planning, operational management, quality assurance, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include developing and managing budgets, fostering collaboration among staff and medical providers, maintaining regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.
Key Duties:
- Lead operational strategies across nursing services and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop systems for patient flow, cost control, and seamless care transitions.
- Oversee financial reporting, departmental budgets, and resource planning.
- Foster effective communication among leadership, staff, and medical teams.
- Manage personnel recruitment, retention, orientation, leadership development, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission) and investigate patient care issues.
- Support facility operations, including space utilization and equipment maintenance.
- Lead participation in facility and system committees, representing nursing interests.
- Perform other duties as assigned by senior leadership.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; RN licensure from an accredited nursing program. Preferred qualifications include a BSN or Master’s in Nursing or Healthcare Administration.
- Experience: 3-5 years of operations management experience preferred.
- Licensure & Certification: Valid RN license, valid Texas Driver’s License, Basic Life Support (BLS), and auto liability insurance. Certification in nursing or healthcare administration is advantageous.