Summary
Manages all operation and functions of the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). Consults with staff, providers, other members of leadership, and Director of Nursing on patient care matters and interpretation of facility policies and procedures to ensure department and patient needs are met. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI initiatives.
- Assumes 24/7 accountability for the management of appropriate provisioning of nursing and support resources in the department.
- Communicates clearly and professionally with the mission, vision, and strategic goals of KRMC in mind.
- Implements standards of nursing practice, reviewing and revising as necessary to reflect changes in nursing practice and the people served within PCU.
- Manages coordination of the department in order maximize productivity and minimize costs.
- Accountable for the efficient delivery of patient care within the department through effective implementation, evaluation, and utilization of safe, cost-effective, high-quality nursing practices.
- Manages department operations to achieve quality improvement and patient satisfaction goals/objectives.
- Acts as a liaison with patients, physicians and employees to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Addresses and supports cultural practices as long as the practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course of medical care.
- Develops, communicates and implements policies and procedures and monitors compliance.
- Collaborates with the Director of Nursing to use findings from patient satisfaction survey with input from the staff to establish and implement unit-based customer service initiatives.
- Assures that clear, concise and current written policies and procedures are available to assist the staff and minimize risk factors.
- Maintains established department nursing staffing plans to ensure reasonable hours and acceptable working conditions exist to provide optimal patient care coverage.
- Assures that all aspects of patient care occur in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Develops and approves job descriptions within the scope of responsibility.
- Effectively leads and administers the performance appraisal system.
- Gives routine performance feedback, conducts annual performance reviews for personnel, and works in collaboration with HR and the senior leadership team to ensure the reward and recognition system is competitive.
- Collaborates with Human Resources to effectively resolve employee and labor management issues.
- Builds and leads a culture of teamwork and respect throughout the department, engaging effectively with all stakeholders, e.g. physicians, staff, outside contractors, and the people served.
- Provides leadership and mentorship in the development of staff.
- Responsible for cost controls to insure effective use of funds expended from approved departmental budgets.
- Initiates and supports problem-solving groups that proactively resolve issues within nursing services.
Education/Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current license by the state of Nebraska as a registered nurse.
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHISS (PALS and NIHISS within 90 days of hire).
- A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Nursing required; Masters Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Management preferred.
- A minimum of five (5) years of total acute care nursing experience is required, two (2) of those years to include experience in nursing management/leadership; recent progressive or intensive care nursing or leadership required.