Director of Nursing Critical Care Services

Bonus Amount 20000 Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Located in Mesquite, Dallas Regional Medical Center stands out as one of the nation’s premier hospitals, recognized for clinical excellence and patient safety. We are honored to be acknowledged by national organizations such as the American Heart Association, Healthgrades, and the Lown Institute. Each year, we care for more than 50,000 patients from Dallas, Forney, Mesquite and other cities, offering a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services. Our team, rooted in our local community, is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. ​ We are seeking a Director of Critical Care.The Director of Critical Care develops and implements departmental plans, including performance improvement activities and compliance with current regulations. Assumes 24-hour accountability for the departments. Supervises and evaluates all personnel assigned to the unit and effectively utilizes nursing personnel, time responsibilities for the unit and is directly accountable to the CNO or Administrator. Responsibilities The Director of ER /ICU is a Registered Nurse who assumes 24-hour administrative responsibility for the management of all critical care nursing service functions. Supervises, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of patient care. Develops and implements departmental plans, including performance improvement activities and compliance with current regulations. The Director assumes 24-hour accountability for the departments. Supervises and evaluates all personnel assigned to the unit and effectively utilizes nursing personnel, time responsibilities for the unit and is directly accountable to the CNO or Administrator. Consults and communicates with staff, physicians and administration both written and verbally on nursing issues and interpretation of hospital policies to ensure patient needs are met. Assumes house supervisory responsibilities as assigned, including responding to codes throughout the hospital, assessing and charting, and following through with appropriate documentation. Oversees the provision of patient care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and older adult patients. Interacts with outside agencies, patients and patients' families/significant other(s) to provide comprehensive care. Provides triage and treatment to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients seeking emergency care. Qualifications Current and valid state license as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate upon hire and maintain current. Current PALS upon hire and maintain current. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.  A minimum of two years supervisory/management experience necessary. Minimum of three years of continuous clinical experience in a clinical/acute care setting preferred.  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf #LI-MB4