Major Responsibilities:
- Performance of the principle duties and responsibilities of the RN position and serves as a role model for professional practice.
- 1)Evaluates environmental safety and provides an environment that is safe based on age and developmental status.
- 2)Maintains unit, hospital, and management based competencies.
- 3)Demonstrates appropriate psychosocial intervention based on age and developmental status.
- In collaboration with the clinical manager, manages patient care delivery to optimize patient outcomes, customer satisfaction, and resource management.
- 10)Collaborates with care coordinators, care managers, utilization review staff and medical directors in relation to appropriateness of care.
- 1)Supports the development of the plan of care through collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
- 2)Monitors customer satisfaction, in collaboration with the manager, shares results with staff, and improves in target areas.
- 3)Monitors associate satisfaction and addresses issues or concerns, to assure resolution.
- 4)Oversees staffing and scheduling, in collaboration with manager. Assures cost-effective methodology.
- 5)Participates in or is responsible for the interviewing, hiring, and competency assessment in conjunction with the clinical manager.
- 6)Assumes responsibilities in the absence of the clinical manager, in conjunction with the nursing director.
- 7)Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for staff.
- 8)Participates in or is responsible for the interviewing, hiring, and competency assessment in conjunction with the clinical manager.
- 9)Monitors and evaluates unit compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
- Promotion and support of an environment that is conducive to staff growth and development and autonomy.
- 1)Develops, monitors, and evaluates the role of unit-based preceptor.
- 2)Fosters ongoing professional development of staff by assisting with performance, assessment of needs and assisting individuals with identification of professional goals.
- 3)Defines, coordinates, implements, monitors and evaluates a unit-specific orientation program in conjunction with Center for Education and Development.
- 4)Provides for competency based education process for staff.
- 5)Promotes participation in educational opportunities.
- Collaborates with the clinical manager, medical director, and others in developing the strategic plan, direction for the unit, and utilizes CQI techniques.
- 1)Conducts performance reviews for staff on a timely basis, with particular emphasis on developmental goals, as delegated.
- 2)Implements monitoring systems defined for the unit to evaluate quality and adequacy of patient care. Implements measures to correct deficiencies.
- 3)In conjunction with clinical manager, participates in short and long range planning for the unit.
- 4)Identifies topics for and/or assists in the implementation of research process. Provides relevant education at the unit level.
- 5)Communicates results of monitoring of patient care to clinical manager and other health care team members as appropriate.
- 6)Participates in or is responsible for the evaluation of unit compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
- 7)Identifies and participates in CQI projects
- Responsibility for professional growth and development.
- 1)Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, education events, internal and external resources, and networking.
- 2)Participates in activities to enhance professional growth, such as involvement in professional organizations and continuing education.
Licensure:
Education/Experience Required:
- Three years experience in appropriate clinical area. Bachelor's degree. Experience as a charge nurse (1+ year). OR Bachelor's degree in health-related field plus 3 years' clinical experience;
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Strong clinical skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work cohesively with a diverse work group. Utilization of critical thinking in timely decision making.
- Current RN licensure in Illinois. Demonstrated leadership experience. Certification in specialty areas, if applicable within 1 year of hire.
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