RN-Head Nurse

Responsibilities

• Interpret, review, and combine diagnostic data relevant to the patient’s current condition.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership and other disciplines to identify opportunities for department improvements and drive change.
• Intervenes and provides guidance and direction during life threatening situations.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and expected outcomes.
• Implements innovative work processes that improve patient outcomes.
• Participates in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, counseling, mentoring, hiring, firing, yearly performance evaluations, staffing, payroll, and productivity.
• Participates in activities designed to improve healthcare delivery.
• Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.
• Supports life-long learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience on current unit or in like setting/specialty area.
• RN; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.