Chief Nursing Officer

Chief Nursing Officer

Necessary Attributes :

Able to work independently and meet established deadlines.

Able to make sound reasonable decisions.

Highly organized with the ability to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions.

Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptiveness to change. Displays creativity and innovation.

Ability to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situations with tact.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to develop excellent working relationships with consumers and staff.

Seeks guidance, direction and assistance when needed.

Physical Requirements :

May be expected to lift to 10-20 pounds occasionally. Work is of light demand; walking, standing and sitting most of the time while on duty. Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity essential to performing designated duties required. Optimal auditory acuity required. Manual dexterity involving the handling of office equipment is essential to performing assigned duties. Physical conditions are clean, neat and well lit.

Climate control and ambient temperature variances may be experienced. Hours of duty may be irregular or unexpectedly extended due to the requirements of the job.

OSHA Exposure Classification : Job Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids to which universal precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is made available and must be worn.

Qualifications :

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.

Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.

Master of Science in Nursing / related health care field required or an established plan to obtain a Master's Degree.

Minimum of seven years of nursing / management experience required.

Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Knowledge of state, federal and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, with additional languages preferred.

Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.

Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement and that of others.

Must be computer literate with fundamental computer skills that are required to perform essential job related duties.

Duties and Responsibilities :

PEOPLE

1. Facilitates the development of appropriate working relationships with the Governing Board, Medical Staff, Departmental leaders, corporate and hospital staff, patients and family members.

2. Demonstrates skills as a team player. As a leader, shows appropriate delegation.

3. Effectively accesses Me Service area resources and implements recommendations.

4. Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on the situation and not personalities-gathers facts before reacting.

5. Maintains sufficient and qualified staff to meet the needs of the hospital. Interviews, hires, counsels, and evaluates management staff in an effective and timely manner.

6. Participates in staff meetings for department and facility at regular intervals for informative and educational purposes to build appropriate communication and effective team environment.

7. Maintains professional business attire and exhibits leadership skills that will assist the team in developing and maturing.

SERVICE

• Establishes and maintains exceptional services to all customers including physicians, patients and employees with the goal of delighting all customers.
• Participates in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems. Strives to promote customer satisfaction and follows through with the situation to correct the problem. Keeps customers informed of progress related to clinical operations and provides comfort, information and assistance during the process.
• Develops and maintains a culture of service in department, connecting organizational values to actions. Sets example for team members by participating in service initiatives and encourages others to do so as well.
• Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure high level of service in all areas of responsibility.
• Participates in professional and community organizations / events to represent the hospital as appropriate.

QUALITY

FINANCE

GROWTH

Licenses & Certifications

Required : Registered Nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.