Registered Nurse Clinical Director - Perioperative Services

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Director is responsible for providing administrative support and direction to operational and clinical functions. The Director ensures the delivery of quality, cost-effective care that meets medical standards of practice and that complies with all regulatory requirements. Through effective collaboration with hospital staff and physicians and the application of TQM principles, the Clinical Director supports quality improvement efforts and standardization across departments and divisions. This position participates in the long-term planning process and supports the organization’s strategic direction through effective hospital administration. The Director recommends and implements hospital policy and practices concerning legislation, regulatory requirements, changing business environments and community needs. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation. Clinical Director Page 2 QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required. Master’s degree required or active pursuit within six months of assuming position. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of . BLS required. Certified Prevention Intervention annual education preferred. The Certification within area of specialty preferred. NRNNP,C or RNCNS,C registry unencumbered for Clinical Director in Oncology. EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5-7 years combined clinical and management experience in nursing required. Solid understanding of TQM, organizational vision and values; strong interpersonal, communication and budget/financial management skills required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. This position requires sitting at a desk or computer a majority of the day with frequent walking and standing. Some departments require the ability to distinguish colors. The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to department leadership and supervises incumbents as assigned. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.