Director Nursing Services

The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for the day-to-day clinical operations. Maintains policies and assists in policy development and implementation. Implements nursing procedures that reflect best practices and regulatory requirements.  Assists with hiring, directing, supervising, training, and evaluation of the clinical staff.  Function as a house supervisor as needed.  A critical attribute required of this position is exceptional interpersonal customer services consisting of an outgoing positive attitude, warm friendly joyful demeanor, and the utmost care and reverence for our guests, patients, families, customers and colleagues.

EDUCATION

1. Education:     Associate Degree Nursing.  BSN within two years of hire.
2. Population Specifics: Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of patients served at LMC.
3. Experience:                          Minimum three (3) years’ recent experience in patient care.  Supervisory experience required.
4. Required Certification: Registration and current RN license in WA State, Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS within 6 months of hire.
5. Other:                                   Bilingual and/or English/Spanish-Speaking preferred.  Ability to work with culturally diverse population.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

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1. Facilitate Excellence in Customer Service both internally and externally
2. Analyzes problems and develops solutions using appropriate problem solving techniques.
3. Serves as a clinical role model for all staff.
4. Assure compliance with regulatory agency requirements
5. Provide Leadership that Promotes Excellent Employee Performance
6. Demonstrate Effective Communication and professional accountability.
7. Improve Organizational Performance
8. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide leadership in area(s) of responsibility at the Supervisory level
9. Investigates and provides follow-up on potential risk issues and patient/family complaints.
10. Safety Sensitive job

Salary Range $130,000 - $145,000

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES / COMPETENCIES

1. Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in        field of expertise.
2. Schedules and conducts staff meetings
3. Completes and reports assigned quality reports.
4. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

LOURDES HEALTH REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

1. Responsible for being knowledgeable and compliant with Department, Network, Fire/Safety/Disaster, Educational requirements and Personnel Policies.
2. Follow the Corporate Compliance Program and maintains confidentiality standard.
3. Demonstrate support and adherence to the Mission and Values Statement of Lourdes Health.
4. Participate and support the Continuous Quality Improvement process and provides optimum customer service.
5. Responsible for development and implementation of self-management skills.