Leads and promotes evidence-based practice and research among unit leaders and staff.
Promotes best practice implementation on unit.
Works independently with limited direction from the nurse executive using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards and professional judgment.
Utilizes delegation skills effectively.
Directs the recruitment and retention activities on the unit.
Conducts the performance appraisal process.
Directs health care members (i.e., registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians, etc.) in the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
Operates unit within approved budget.
Facilitates efficient operation of unit activities.
Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for employees' files and patients' records.
Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the patient's care plan in coordination with the physician.
Directs/provides emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
Develops an annual operational plan (including scope of service) integrated with Mercy's strategic plan and related departments' operational plans in order to efficiently provide services.
Develops, implements and periodically reviews all policies and procedures that guide and support the assigned services, including Joint Commission requirements, federal and state regulations, regulatory standards, etc.
Develops and maintains departmental staffing plan for all departments supervised, detailing appropriate employee classifications and qualifications consistent with the department's operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuity and other relevant indicators. Participates in human resource planning providing recommendations for staffing, proactive recruitment and long-term needs. Assures compliance with staffing plan.
Continuously assesses and improves the department's performance based on the department's quality plan monitors and customer/employee satisfaction data.
Supervises assigned management staff. Provides necessary education, orientation and support to management team.
Develops annual operating and capital budgets, monitors and analyzes performance and productivity and implements necessary corrective plans. Collaborates with other departments in budget preparation, determining capital priorities, monitoring and analyzing trends. Utilizes budget information in management decision-making.
Provides for the means and methods to assure competent patient care to the patient population served by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, using demonstrated knowledge feedback and appropriately adapting procedures.
Supports and abides by all Mercy policies, including safety policies and practices.
Participates in national professional and related organizations to ensure current knowledge of operations.
Maintains open and positive communication with staff, physicians, other hospital departments and others.
Performs other responsibilities as requested by nurse executive.
