Director, Surgical Services, Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

The Surgery unit at Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 5-bed unit that provides specialized care to critically ill patients. This position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the 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.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire.
• Licenses: Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Fulltime

Contact Information

To apply or for more information, please contact Diandra Pinckney by emailing Diandra.pinckney@lifepointhealth.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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