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Provide oversight for the overall financial performance of assigned departments, including budget setting and cost-effective resource utilization.
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Coordinate Nursing Service orientation for new staff, monitor skill development, and evaluate preceptors.
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Make patient care assignments based on patient needs, assignment complexity, and staff qualifications.
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Review and recommend changes in staffing standards based on patient classification and staff utilization studies.
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Revise, implement, and administer nursing services and department-specific policies, procedures, and standards.
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Collaborate with other healthcare providers to arrange and conduct patient care conferences.
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Facilitate and participate in quality improvement activities to ensure high standards of patient care and identify areas for performance improvement.
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Assist in training and career development of staff, partnering with Education and Human Resources for ongoing education and competency validation.
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Update Job Descriptions and performance standards, evaluate staff performance, and recommend appropriate actions.
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Communicate potential administrative concerns and unresolved employee or patient issues to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
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Oversee the planning, preparation, and approval of staffing schedules and employee leave.
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Effectively delegate assignments to appropriate staff members and coordinate Nursing Service activities with other departments.
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Set and approve agendas for department staff meetings and establish annual departmental goals.
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Oversee supply and equipment ordering for the department and identify needs for personnel, equipment, supplies, and training for program planning.
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Initiate discussions with the CNO regarding area or department issues.
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Ensure compliance with regulatory agency standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS) in assigned departments.
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Support organizational strategies, including promoting the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence.
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Serve as a resource for clinical care needs, following Registered Nurse position descriptions and stepping into patient care roles as required.
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Exercise professional judgment, remain
