Assures the delivery of quality department /clinical services in accordance with established hospital and regulatory/accreditation agency standards.
Acts as a role model, coach, mentor, and resource for staff and peers.
Responsible for overall department operations, including setting goals and managing personnel and budgets.
Maintains 24-hour responsibility for nursing care on the unit.
Works with the healthcare team to ensure optimum patient care.
Ensures employee compliance with hospital and HR policies.
Manages employee competency and education requirements.
Participates in the Performance Improvement Program.
Promotes a safe environment for employees and patients.
Stays updated with departmental operations.
Fosters teamwork within the department and hospital-wide.
Demonstrates positive customer service and employee relations.
Supports hospital initiatives and functions as a change agent.
Engages in community service.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

Adheres to WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
Develops and aligns departmental goals with hospital strategic plans.
Manages hiring, evaluation, and termination of employees following hospital policy.
Creates and updates staffing budgets based on department needs.
Ensures compliance with regulations and accreditation standards.
Facilitates staff orientation, competency, and education requirements.
Provides house supervision as needed and maintains knowledge through education.
Participates in Performance Improvement initiatives and patient satisfaction goals.
Develops evidence-based standards of care and policies.
Promotes service excellence and patient rights.
Attends required meetings and communicates effectively.
Ensures safety standards for employees and patients.
Participates in committees, projects, and reports as needed.
Integrates nursing ethics and patient safety principles.
Delegate's activities according to NYS Nurse Practice Act.
Adheres to ANA Code of Nursing Ethics and WPH standards.
Cultivates a culture of shared governance.
Collaborates with the Magnet program director for strategic alignment.
Performs assigned duties as required.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Current NY State License
BSN required or be matriculated in a BSN program with plan for graduation by 1/1/2022 if hired prior to 2016 and by 1/1/2020 if hired between 2016 and 1/1/2018 and discussed with the Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services/CNO .
BLS certification (through American Heart Association) required
ACLS certification (through American Heart Association) preferred unless required by employees in the department supervised then the certification is required
Certification in area of specialty, or CNML (Certified Nurse Manager & Leader) preferred, but must be obtained within 3 years of hire date.
Demonstrates a basic knowledge of management skills
Previous management/leadership experience preferred
Minimum of 2 years relevant acute care experience
Ability to function as a staff RN
Demonstrates excellence in clinical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Core Competencies: