Director of Nursing – Medical – Surgical / ICU position available.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS for qualified applicants.

Core competencies for the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Nursing is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Current RN License in the State of TN or another compact state is required.
• BLS through American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required at the time of hire.
• ACLS is required within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervisor.