CLINICAL DIRECTOR - MEDICAL SURGICAL

Job description

Job Summary The Clinical Director plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates the overall clinical nursing practice and administrative activities, including the fiscal, materials and human resource management for assigned unit(s) with twenty-four hour accountability. Essential Job Functions: - Establish and maintain a safe working environment; assure staff comply with safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines. - Assure proper use of safety equipment and devices; hold individuals accountable if non-compliant. - Assure completion of staff competencies including mandatory education and programs relative to job specific criteria. - Promptly investigate and resolve Significant Occurrence Reports and incident reports as necessary. - Align strategic compass with department goals; write compelling SMART goals in support of the organization's mission, vision, and values. - Help employees understand importance of aligning goals with Independence Health System mission. - Equitably and consistently apply and practice policies and procedures for all staff. - Practice and encourage staff readiness in compliance with agency regulations and guidelines. - Improve HCAP scores according t...