Description
Director of Acute Care Services
Reports To CNO
Salary range $120,000.00 to $135,000.00
Up to $30,000 bonus and a $10,000 relocation bonus
Must-Haves
Must have union experience.
5 years or more experience as an Acute Care Clinical Leader required.
Competency of RN for Med/Surg or ICU.
Nice-To-Haves
Experience as a Unit Level Director strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success with tabulating, collaborative work with physicians, project management and process improvement projects.
2 years or more experience as a bedside RN.
Job Description
The Acute Care Services Clinical Director works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer. The Acute Care Director functions as an integral member of the patient care team, responsible for the clinical direction of staff members, quality outcomes, and financial health of the reporting units. The Acute Care Director has the 24/7 responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, policies and procedures, goals of the hospitals and the department and their effect on patient care. This individual serves as the expert, role model and resource to the clinical team and care integrator for patients. The shifts will vary to meet the needs of both nightshift and dayshift staff. The Acute Care Services Director exercises autonomy in performing the assigned responsibilities and functions cooperatively with staff and management to support the mission, vision values and strategic plan of hospital.
This Acute Care Services Director works closely with all members of the Leadership Council and oversees a house-wide, functional, multidisciplinary, and service oriented team that includes the ICU/PCU, Medical/Surgical, and Rehab Nursing Units.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a Nursing or eligible license in the state of Montana required.
Master’s degrees in nursing, Business, or Leadership/Management preferred.
ACLS, ONS certification, Healthcare Provider BLS within 3 months of hire.
Preferred Certification(s):
Certification in specialty preferred.
Minimum Work Experience:
5 years or more experience as an Acute Care Clinical Leader required.
Experience as a Unit Level Director strongly preferred.
Competecy of RN for Med/Surg or ICU.
2 years or more experience as a bedside RN.
Demonstrated success with tabulating, collaborative work with physicians, project management and process improvement projects.
Experience with a team with a variety of skill levels including new graduate RN’s.
Experience with Electronic Medical Records.
Required Skills:
We are proud to be the only hospital in Montana to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care; to have Western Montana’s only Chest Pain Accreditation, and our Cancer Center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer in advanced clinical care, scientific research, and technological inventions. We have also been named the #1 Rehab Hospital in Montana by U.S. News & World Report, ranking care of patients recovering from events such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and severe burns.
How you’ll contribute
You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
Professional development and growth opportunities
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