What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at East Hills Surgery Center?
Details
Client Name
East Hills Surgery Center
Job Type
Permanent
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Specialty
Director
Job ID
22046885
Job Title
Director of Nursing (DON)
Shift Details
Shift
8 HR Days
Scheduled Hours
Job Order Details
Start Date
09 / 22 / 2023
Job Description
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the daily activities of the center as it relates to patient care, treatment, and staffing. The DON reports directly to the Administrator and the Medical Director to ensure the provision of quality care and services. The DON is responsible for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the center and their effect on patient care. The Director of Nursing has authority to make decisions in the center in the areas of patient care, human resources, and clinical financial management. The Director of Nursing has overall responsibility for clinical operations within the center.
Leadership & Essential Responsibilities :
- Responsible for management and administration of all clinical areas.
- Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, termination and discipline of the clinical staff.
- Assists the Administrator in development, implementation and evaluation of ongoing service programs that ensure quality nursing, and patient care programs consistent with the center mission.
- In collaboration with the Administrator ensures the Center functions in a coordinated, organized manner and provides quality care and services.
- Collaborates with the Administrator in providing a service that is consistent with the patient care beliefs and shared management philosophy of the center.
- Serves as a member and is responsible for Risk Management / Quality Assurance Program, including Infection Control, Pharmaceutical and Safety Committees.
- Participates in the development, review, revision, implementation and monitoring of the policies and procedures.
- Ensures the adequacy and appropriateness of instruments, supplies and equipment, and coordinates needs with materials manager
- Monitors and is responsible for monthly variances, inventory control and maintains cost containment.
- Ensures that a safe environment is adhered to for all patients, co-workers and self by abiding to infection control standards
- Reviews OR schedule daily, as well as collaborating with the Medical Director, anesthesia and surgical staff
- Delegates tasks to ensure that patient care is provided and the needs of the service as a whole are met.
- Implement policies and procedures related to daily operation and management of patient care, utilizing AORN, TJC and AAMI standards of practice as a guideline.
- Monitors and is responsible for staffing and overtime usage / labor cost containment. Reviews all staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
- Assures that continuing education is available for all staff. Encourages attendance of outside conferences related to scope of practice.
- As necessary, provides direct patient care in all areas.
- Accepts additional responsibilities as delegated.
Client Details
Address
2200 Northern Blvd
City
Greenvale
State
Zip Code
11548
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