Clinical Director - Ambulatory Surgery Center
Community Health Systems · Morristown, TN · 3 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Job Summary
The Director, Nursing is responsible for the strategic and operational management of nursing services over a unit within the organization. This leadership position involves directing and supervising nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, promoting patient safety, and implementing evidence-based practices.
About the Role
This leadership position includes providing leadership and oversight to nursing staff, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, managing nursing budgets, monitoring patient care metrics, serving as a liaison, leading infection prevention efforts, facilitating education, and maintaining regular attendance.
Responsibilities
- Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
- Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources.
- Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
- Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
- Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's Degree preferred.
- Three to five (3-5) years of experience in a closely related field with a Bachelor's degree required.
- Three to five (3-5) years of previous leadership experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
Skills
- Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
Not specified.