Director of Critical Care

Nursing Director

Position Code: Dir-XXXX

Department: Nursing Division

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Reports to: CNO/Asst. CNO/Sr. Dir Of Nursing Services

Exempt Status: Yes

Position Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI's vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develops and implements departmental goals aligned with KRMC's mission, vision, and strategic plan.
• Clinical Practice & Quality: Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Operational Management: Assumes 24-hour responsibility for staffing, patient care, and service operations.
• Professional Development: Coaches, mentors, and develops staff, fostering a supportive and high-performing team.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Facilitates effective communication and collaboration among physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• AONL Nurse Leader Competencies: Demonstrates Communication & Relationship Management, Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment, Leadership, Professionalism, and Business Skills.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in critical care and 3 year in a leadership role.

• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross with 3 months of hire date; if permitted through licensed scope of practice.
• Basic EKG competency within 3 months of hire date; if licensed clinician

License: Current and valid Arizona RN license; if RN

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Builds collaborative relationships, communicates effectively with all stakeholders, and resolves conflicts constructively.
• Understands clinical practice, healthcare delivery systems, and regulatory requirements to guide department operations.
• Inspires and motivates staff, leads change, demonstrates integrity, and fosters a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Upholds ethical standards, demonstrates lifelong learning, and maintains personal and professional accountability.
• Applies financial acumen, manages resources efficiently, analyzes data, and ensures stewardship of departmental assets.

Unit Specific Requirements:

Pediatrics:

• PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 3 months of hire date

Emergency Department:

• PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 3 months of hire date; if permitted through licensed scope of practice
• TNCC within 1 year of hire date; if RN
• Emergency Severity Index training required within 6 months of training; if RN

Surgical Services:

• PALS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 30 days of hire date

Women's Services:

• NRP certification required within 6 months of hire date

Preferences

Education: Master of Science in Nursing or Healthcare Administration

Work Requirements

• Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills
• Able to manage technical business equipment i.e., phone, fax, computer etc.
• Able to assist with the movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Able to care for patients with infectious diseases
• Able to sit for 3-5 hours per day; Able to stand for 3-5 hours per day; Able to walk for 3-5 hours day
• Incumbent must be able to: distinguish appropriate colors