What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing Surgical Services position at Confidential Jobs?
Director of Nursing Surgical Services
Glendale, Arizona
Full Time
Relocation Assistance Available
Department administrator. Establishes and enforces policies, procedures, standards and objectives. Directs and supervises staff as well as workflow. Position has budgetary or fiscal accountability. Responsible 24 hours a day for the ongoing effective operation of the assigned Nursing department by exerting a leadership role which supports the hospital’s mission, vision, goals and objectives, while focusing on the patients, physicians, employees, volunteers and the community as customers. Ongoing accountability for the continuous assessment, improvement, coordination and integration of the department services and standards of care into the hospital’s primary function. Position is responsible for approving timekeeping, employee evaluation, meeting applicable regulatory standards, approving supply orders and department strategic planning.
Special Skills : Must be able to utilize independent decision-making skills in a wide variety of situations. Requires a high degree of accuracy in the performance of varied responsibilities. Personal computer skills required. Frequent contact with employees, physicians, customers, community individuals and volunteers. Must be self-motivated to complete work in a timely manner to meet deadlines. Computer skills required.
The nursing director FT days candidate will possess the following education, license / certifications, and experience.
Minimum Education : Bachelor's degree in nursing, Business Administration, Management or related field, or equivalent minimum experience requirements.
Preferred Education : MSN
Minimum Experience : Five years' experience in nursing management in a hospital setting with three years supervisory experience required.
Required Certifications / Licensure : Current Arizona Registered Nurse License.
Required Course(S) Training : For Wound Care : Training in wound care and hyperbaric therapy from a nationally recognized provider
Preferred Certifications / Registration : For Wound Care - WOCN
