Director of Med Surg Orthopedics

Job Summary

We are seeking a Nursing Director to provide leadership and direct functions of assigned patient care area on a 24-hour basis. You will develop and implement effective, ongoing programs to measure, monitor, assess and improve quality of care delivered to patients.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or ASN required; BSN preferred
• Current Florida RN license required
• BLS required
• Previous experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred
• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• Able to read and comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions
• Project planning and management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel programs

Requirements

• Twenty-four hour responsibility and accountability for the department
• Ensure provision of quality services by maintaining appropriate resources, staffing levels, competency of staff, maintenance and performance of equipment, instrumentation, physical space, and training and education of staff
• Ensure department contributes to continuity of care through demonstrated use of interdisciplinary team approach to patient care
• Collaborate and share pertinent patient information with physicians and other members of the healthcare team regarding patient progress, treatment, and discharge planning
• Apply the principles of continuous quality improvement to measure, monitor and assess effectiveness and potential adverse effects of care, as a mechanism to optimize improvement in patient outcomes and prevent patient injury

Benefits

HCA Florida Northside Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. This includes comprehensive medical coverage, prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, free AirMed medical transportation, additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock, Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more. Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts. Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships. Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). Colleague recognition program, Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence). Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn More About Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.