Director of Nursing ICU

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus seeks a Director of ICU to lead nursing staff and ensure high-quality patient care. This role involves management of schedules, ongoing education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will possess a BSN, leadership experience, and necessary nursing certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• BSN required.
• Current RN license and CPR-BLS/ACLS certifications mandatory.
• Experience in a leadership role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage nursing staff and coordinate care in the ICU.
• Ensure performance improvement and staff education.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient Care Management

Education

BSN

Current certification in CPR-BLS and ACLS

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Current Kansas License as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Overview

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of ICU is a clinically experienced registered professional nurse, who is responsible and accountable for delegating and coordinating the nursing care provided by assigned unit(s). Supports, facilitates, and directs unit staff members in the delivery of high quality, efficient nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to Maintain and adjust schedule to provide coverage for all shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Ongoing performance improvement with Core Measures.
• Work with education department to assist with staff educational needs. Provide ongoing education to staff with unit specific education.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate with all members of the interdisciplinary team clearly and effectively, while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. Promotes teamwork and maintains effective working relationships within the department, between departments, and outside the hospital.
• Participate in mandatory meetings.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy practices in accordance with HIPAA and completes annual competency and safety training as assigned.
• Demonstrate ability to understand budget and PMR while maintaining a cost-conscious attitude to time usage, materials, and supplies.
• Demonstrate ability to increase Patient Satisfaction scores per Healthstream reporting.
• Manage department payroll.
• Document employee relations issues as necessary and complete disciplinary action as needed per policy working in conjunction with HR.
• Demonstrate continued improvement and effort in department while increasing employee engagement.
• Demonstrate the ability to meet or exceed Meaningful Use 2 measures.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• BSN
• Current certification in CPR-BLS and ACLS
• Must possess a current Kansas License as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in a leadership role