What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Nursing 3G/H (Ortho/Neuro) position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Job Description:
The Nursing Department Director (also known as Director of Nursing) is a nurse leader that directs the operations, programs, and activities for individual or multiple units and services in a specified clinical area of the hospital including but not limited to Critical Care, Emergency Services, Maternal and Child Care, Medical/Surgical, or Ambulatory Care. The Director is responsible for providing 24/7 accountability and leadership for each unit(s) assigned particularly regarding: 1) staff recruitment and retention initiatives and outcomes; 2) completion of performance reviews and competence feedback; 3) facilitation of professional development opportunities for all unit staff; 4) development, implementation and evaluation of related capital and departmental expense budgets; 5) provision of excellence in nursing and patient quality service and outcomes through the delivery of culturally sensitive, high quality care delivery in accordance with evidence-based practice, current research and standards of nursing practice. Collaborates with appropriate organizational leaders, management peers, medical staff, and other departments in the development of organizational patient care programs, policies, procedures, research, and performance improvement initiatives. Forms partnerships within nursing and across other disciplines to encourage excellence in service and care. The Nursing Director is an exemplar for compassion, acceptance, respect, and empathy– honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting an environment focused on healing and wellness. Based on the assigned scope of service, this position assumes direct oversight and accountability of nursing practice in inpatient and ambulatory care settings as well as transitions across the continuum.
Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensure Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
- Registered Nurse licensure through Kentucky Board of Nursing
- 5 years of staff nurse experience required
- 3 years of leadership experience preferred
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
