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

Current and valid Arizona RN license; if RN

• 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

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: This job description applies to all KHI facilities and is representative of the essential job duties this position will perform. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.