Qualifications :
- Education : 4 year degree
- Experience : 5 years preferred
- Additional requirements / comments / education / experience / skills, registration, or certification : Current RN license in the state of Kentucky or current work permit issued by KBN.
- Licensure in compact state acceptable).Graduate of accredited school of nursing.BLS Provider or equivalent knowledge; ACLS provider or obtains within 6 months of employment;
PALS provider certified or will obtain within 6 months of employment.Basic keyboarding and computer skills
Job Description :
The Manager of the Emergency Department will work in conjunction with the Director of Acute Services, the Director of Nursing, and the CCO to maintain 24-hour accountability for nursing services provided in the ED.
This person will assist in setting objectives and containing costs within budgeted guidelines.
They will establish and monitor work schedules and maintain staffing within budget.
They will act as a liaison between staff and administration to assure open lines of communication in both directions.
Responsible for the implementation of departmental policies and procedures in compliance with current standards of care and assures compliance with nursing standards of practice and regulatory agencies.
Evaluates the quality of nursing care provided as well as the competency and performance of individual staff members within assigned areas and submits required reports to Director of Acute Services.
Provides appropriate staff development and orientation to employees within assigned areas of practice.
The department manager oversees OCH’s performance improvement efforts for emergency services.
May be required to participate in counseling, disciplinary action, or termination processes of staff as directed by Director of Acute Services or the Director of Nursing.
May assist Director of Acute Services with other duties as directed.
Must possess effective problem-solving techniques, use effective communications, and demonstrate effective leadership and decision making.
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