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DIR-OR SERVICES

Forrest General HospitalPicayune, Mississippi, United States, 39466
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Summary :

Directs all paramedical activities and total nursing care delivered within the Department of Surgical Services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing. The Director is accountable and held responsible for directing the staff in managing the clinical care course of treatment for many patients. Coordination of care is accomplished through collaboration with physicians, associate staff, and other health care providers to ensure that patient outcomes are achieved within the projected course of treatment using the nursing process. Helps establish and implement standards of care, policy, protocols, and procedures, and interprets to the entire staff, patients, families, and the community. Requires promoting and adhering to the organization’s established Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct. Incorporates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with patients, families, and visitors of all ages while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Performance Expectations :

  • Ability to effectively communicate with department managers and coordinators, patients, physicians, and other members of the organization's administrative and management team consistently with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment in interactions with employees, physicians, and the interprofessional care team.
  • Promotes a positive work environment with staff and the hospital administrative team.
  • Collaborates with staff by actively communicating and comprehensively reporting pertinent information.
  • Exhibits open and professional communication abilities.
  • Performs duties required within the department to continue to maximum functionality during staffing crunches or emergencies
  • Serves and reviews job expectations of staff
  • Participates in the development of quality measurements and performance improvement plans
  • Ensures that all areas are operating efficiently and meeting all accreditation body requirements.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Embraces and practices the We C.A.R.E. philosophy in all aspects of patient, visitor, coworker, and staff care
  • Works with other departments within Highland Community Hospital and other outside agencies to provide and coordinate services that meet the clinical, financial, and patient experience goals
  • Consistently plans patient care in conjunction with other disciplines to meet the goals and individualized needs of the patients.
  • Responsible for coordinating quality patient care services
  • Consistently evaluates the practices of care delivered to patients and adjusts care according to established standards of practice and the physician’s orders.
  • Responsible for continuing to promote growth, excellence in clinical knowledge, customer service, and achieving positive financial results
  • Is competent to access and utilize the EMR for the provision of patient care
  • Implements appropriate policies and procedures, hires and maintains qualified staff, and ensures ongoing education per the latest standards of care.
  • Ensures optimal patient quality of care by ongoing education and monitoring of OASCAHPS and Quality goals
  • Incorporates knowledge and skill to safely and appropriately fulfill job-specific responsibilities related to safety, security, emergency preparedness, control of hazardous materials, life safety, and utility systems as outlined in the hospital’s environment of care plan
  • Exhibits promotion and adherence to the organization’s established Compliance Program and Standard of Conduct, and regulatory standards
  • Responsible for adhering to budgetary guidelines and staffing productivity
  • Stays abreast of all guidelines, protocols, and best practice advisories from the State System of Care Plans
  • Develop and implement protocols, policies, and procedures based upon best practices and evidence-based studies
  • Will hold staff accountable for delivering safe, quality care based upon nursing practice guidelines as well as established protocols, policies, and procedures
  • Facilitates cooperation between staff and physicians and works to resolve any issues and barriers.
  • Demonstrates ability to manage the Surgery Board as required, including making assignments and adjusting the dynamic workflow.
  • Ensures compliance with state and federal laws, accreditation, and professional and regulatory standards, including quality assurance and licensure requirements, policies, procedures, and moral and ethical codes.
  • Maintains and applies current knowledge regarding applicable regulatory standards for safe patient care.
  • Actively participates in the monitoring / corrective action process to meet respective targets.
  • Evaluates capital requests against revenue statistics.
  • Collaborates with hospital administration in policy formation, program, and capital planning.
  • Leads in the development of policies, procedures, and quality targets to ensure effective and efficient service, quality patient care, and compliance with hospital standards, external licensing, accreditation, and regulatory bodies.
  • Oversees or performs staffing hiring.
  • Behaviors and interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative, and motivation to achieve the department's goals.
  • Champions the development and growth of safety culture.
  • Participates in all competencies planned for the job role before deadlines.
  • Complies with the departmental and facility policy.
  • Follows the policies in the Employee Handbook.
  • Uses “We Care” philosophy in daily communication
  • Required appropriate use of the department’s communication app.
  • The spreading of rumors and gossip creates unnecessary turmoil, weakens working relationships, and is contrary to the spirit of the hospital, and is prohibited.
  • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications : Education / Skills

Graduate of a recognized RN program. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.

Certification / Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

  • Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
  • Additional Certification / Licensure - Obtained based on the required timeframe below

  • Basic Life Support
  • Due upon hire

    Required

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Within 90 Days of Employment

    Required

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Within 90 Days of Employment

    Required

    Work Experience :

    At least three years of recent experience working in Surgical Services or Critical Care is preferred

    Mental Demands :

    Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress. Analytical ability is required to assess current systems and practices, interpret market share and “gaps,” research best practices, and facilitate the involvement of others in developing suitable remedies. Numerical ability is required to evaluate quality improvement, market improvement, and financial improvement statistical data. Above-average written and verbal skills are needed to effectively communicate complex concepts and statistical data to people at all levels of the organization and community. Must be able to handle stressful situations effectively.

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