Looking for a Director of Nursing to lead and manage the med/surg. department.
Why:
Excellent salary & benefits. Starts day 1!
Supportive team members.
Emphasis on work-life balance.
Student loan & tuition assistance program
Job Summary:
The position involves overseeing the management and operations of nursing services, including providing strategic direction and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards. Responsibilities include supervising nursing staff, developing and managing budgets, and serving as a liaison among staff, physicians, patients, and families. The role requires preparing operational and financial reports, staying updated on healthcare trends, and adhering to relevant policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership: Manage nursing operations, ensure effective patient care, and enforce compliance with safety standards.
Supervision/Management: Oversee nursing staff, provide coaching, and monitor satisfaction levels.
Budget: Develop and manage the budget for inpatient nursing units.
Liaison: Act as a communication link between staff, physicians, patients, and families.
Reporting: Prepare and present reports on operations and finances.
Education: Keep informed about changes in healthcare and nursing.
Regulation: Adhere to policies and regulations at various levels.
Requirements:
Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing or Health Administration.
Licenses: Registered Nurse license from the Mississippi Board of Nursing.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role, including 3 years in a managerial/supervisory capacity.
Skills: Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and budgeting skills; proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with a diverse patient population.
Extensive knowledge of nursing preferred.
Working knowledge of financial analysis and personnel management preferred.
