Director, Emergency Services (RN) Registered Nurse

Meadowview Regional Medical Center • Full-time • US, KY, Maysville, 41056, KY, United States • 2d ago

Director, Emergency Services
Job Type: Full-time

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. We strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities we serve.

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities sthealthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Where We Are:

Nestled along the south banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, the picturesque town of Maysville is one of the state's best kept secrets. We are proud to offer amenities of a larger metropolitan area, with the comforts and intimacy of a small city, southern hospitality and progressive leadership have made this city live much larger than its size.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership
Continuing education opportunities
And much more...

Position Summary:

The ER is a 12-bed unit that provides direct patient care to critically ill adult patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. The Director is responsible for the overall operation and direction of patient care in the Emergency Care setting.

Manages staff members in the Emergency Department
Consults with staff, physicians, CNO, and COO on nursing problems and interpretation of hospital policies to ensure patient needs are met.
Maintains performance improvement activities within the department.
Assists in formulating budget.
Responsible for staff education and development.
Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Master's degree preferred
Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) required one month from hire date
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) six months from hire date
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) six months from hire date

License:

Registered Nurse licensed to work in the state of Kentucky

EEOC Statement

"Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

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