ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Anticipates and effectively manage changes in census and acuity and allocates nursing resources based on measurement of patient acuity/care needed. Role models expectations related to customer service and demonstrates a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety. Accountable for the standard of care at the facility, providing consultations and expertise in the delivery of care to patient. Serve as a clinical and service resource to nursing staff and other staff as assigned. Manage the activities of staff, coordinating safe and appropriate care between departments and disciplines. Manage and evaluate work activities of nursing, technical, clerical, service or maintenance staff for the unit, work group and other facility staff as directed.  Analyze information/situation to choose the best solution(s) to solve problems. Responsible for recruitment, hiring and training of new staff. Identify the educational needs of others and develop educational or training programs. Assist with the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures for the facility.  Prepare reports to inform management of the status and implementation of programs, services and quality initiatives of the unit. Perform administrative or managerial functions such as planning budgets and authorizing expenditures. Provide direct care as needed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Two or more years of nursing experience and previous experience with patient population of the facility is preferred. Minimum one or more years’ management, charge or administrative experience required.