Nursing Director - Surgical Progressive Care Unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center

Nursing Director - Surgical Progressive Care Unit At Gulf Coast Medical Center

The Director manages one or more defined areas of organized patient care services. The Director actively participates in organizational leadership functions and collaborations with other organizational leaders and medical staff in designing and providing patient care and services. Directors allocate available resources to promote safe, efficient, effective and compassionate nursing care, provide input into executive level decisions and keep staff informed of executive level activities. Directors provide direction to patient care staff to promote quality patient care, nursing services and a culture of safety on a continuous basis. The Director is responsible for ensuring consistent nursing standards guide the provision of nursing care. He/she serves on the Nursing Leadership Council to provide clinical perspectives to issues, as well as, serves as a staff, patient and family advocate. Responsible for directing and coordinating patient care, within their defined area of responsibility, through established standards subscribed by the American Nurses Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act.

Education Requirements: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BSN) and Masters degree in Nursing or other healthcare field required OR Baccalaureate of Arts and Masters Degree in Nursing.

Experience Requirements: 3 years Nursing Leadership required.

Certification Requirements: Certification in Nursing Administration or appropriate specialty preferred.

License Requirements: Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Florida.

Other Requirements: Knowledge of current theoretical approaches to the delivery of nursing care. Ability to participate in developing and implementing organizational strategies to improve the delivery of care. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates knowledge of finance to develop, manage and maintain budgets in defined areas of responsibility.