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Chief Nursing Officer - Nursing Administration
Ward Memorial Hospital is committed to providing primary and certain specialty services with high quality of care, concern and dedication to the improvement of our facility.
The role of a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare. The position demands a visionary leader who can sustain and enhance our facility's reputation for excellence in patient care. This leadership role is an opportunity to influence healthcare outcomes positively and to be at the forefront of nursing excellence.
We invite you to join our progressive team where you will be challenged yet rewarded!
SUMMARY:
Within the framework of the objectives and policies established by the CEO/Administrator, plans and coordinates nursing services with those of the medical and administrative systems. Participates as a member of the hospital's management team in planning, policy formulation, and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions, and operations of the hospital's nursing services. In summary, is responsible for patient care, management, resource management, and fiscal management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for managing, directing, and supervising the following services: Nursing, ER, Med/Surg, Swing Bed, Infection Control and Risk Management.
Defines and maintains the standards of nursing practice within the institution.
Assesses the quality of care rendered.
Initiates the development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services and other services under his or her position control.
Responsible for verifying employee credentials under his or her position control.
Responsible for staff performance, staff recruitment, staff retention, and staff development.
Responsible for collaborating with other department and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development.
Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing a budgeted process for staffing and services rendered.
Evaluates the quality and cost-effectiveness of staffing and services within the goals of the hospital.
Serves as spokesperson for nursing matters and represents the hospital with professional nursing and related organizations.
Participates in appropriate meetings and committees.
Encourages and supports research and improvement studies that can make meaningful contributions to the quality and economy of nursing services.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITES:
Participates in other assigned duties as designated by the CEO/Administrator.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Possesses skills and knowledge in the following areas:
Principles of organization
Theories of management
Strategies of nursing management
Financial management
Foundations of health laws
Statistics and research methodology
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing required.
Minimum of five years progressively responsible nursing experience in a hospital acute care setting required. Management experience preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess RN licensure in good standing in the state of Texas. Master’s Degree, or active progression toward a Master’s Degree is not required, but preferred.
Regardless of degree (AD, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters) a minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience is required and three years of experience in nursing management preferred. Current BLS and ACLS required.
PALS and TNCC preferred. Certification in a specified field preferred (CNE, CRRN, CCRN, PCCN).
Excellent Benefits for Full Time employees,
with shift differentials offered to all positions on night shifts and weekends.
Benefits include PTO/EIB, RETIREMENT, HEALTH/DENTAL/VISION
INSURANCE, and LIFE INSURANCE
History:
Ward Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access facility providing healthcare services to Ward County and 14 surrounding counties in the area. The hospital has served residents of Ward County since 1956.
The hospital features a Level IV trauma designated emergency room, in addition to a wide range of medical services including laboratory, radiology, general surgery, sleep wellness center, respiratory therapy and cardiac/pulmonary rehab, rheumatology, physical therapy, and two rural health clinics.
Ward Memorial Hospital is committed to providing primary and certain specialty services with high quality of care, concern and dedication to the improvement of our facility. We invite you to join our progressive team where you will be challenged yet rewarded.
Mission Statement:
The Mission of Ward Memorial Hospital is to provide compassionate, high quality care and education as a partner in your health and wellness.
Vision Statement:
Ward Memorial Hospital's Vision is to have highly satisfied patients who receiver excellent healthcare from exceptional providers, employees, and facilities.
Core Values of our facility:
Do the right thing
Teamwork and trust
Have a passion for Excellence
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Ward Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Contact Information
Jacee Carter - HR/Administrative Assistant
406 S. Gary Ave.
Monahans, TX 79756
Email: jcarter@wardmemorial.com
Phone: (432) 943-2511
Fax: (432) 943-9415 |
