Affinity Executive Search
Director of Cardiovascular Services, RN
Affinity Executive Search, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description:
Job Summary and QualificationsThe Director maintains 24-hour responsibility for the direction, supervision, coordination, and evaluation of activities and performances in the professional practice of the staff in the Cath Lab, Heart and Vascular Unit, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Heart Failure Clinic. Directs and coordinates the Quality Assessment and Improvement activities of these departments. Oversees the development, review, and revision of policies, procedures, and practice guidelines specific to Cardiac Care of cardiology patients. Is accountable for the financial operation of cardiovascular services.You will integrate department services with the hospital's primary functions and coordinate services within your department and with other departments.You will develop and implement policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services, recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide care, and determine the qualifications and competence of department personnel who provide patient care services and who are not licensed independent practitioners.You will continuously assess and improve department and organizational performance, maintain appropriate quality control programs, and review and approve employee payroll. Ensure that payroll sheets are accurately completed and submitted to the Payroll Department within the specified period.You will assure that new employees receive appropriate orientation to the unit, including the use of equipment in the Cath Lab, QA, and QI activities, and special skills certifications.You will ensure ongoing education and training of the Cath Lab staff, designed to maintain and improve knowledge and skills associated with the care of cardiology patients, based on identified learning needs. In-service or other educational activities will be routinely provided for staff.You will ensure that staff members are certified to perform the specialized skills required in the cardiovascular departments (e.g., Moderate Sedation, CPR, Venipuncture, etc.).You will hold at least six unit-specific staff meetings per year, covering QA and QI activities, problem identification, proposed solutions, information exchange, and relevant educational topics. Minutes will be written and maintained for all meetings held.You will address concerns or complaints from physicians, visitors, and patients regarding any aspect of cardiovascular services, responding professionally and kindly. Provide written information and follow-up to the Director of Nursing and/or Chief Executive Officer when appropriate.You will respond immediately to all code situations in the Cath Lab (e.g., Code Blue, Code Red), providing direction and acting as a resource to other responders, and assigning staff as needed.You will serve as a liaison between the medical staff and nursing, attempting to meet the needs of the medical staff when possible. Forward requests from the medical staff to the Director of Nursing and/or the Chief Executive Officer, ensuring adequate equipment, supplies, and other needs are met.You will ensure that policies, procedures, and practice guidelines specific to the Cardiac Cath Lab, Heart and Vascular Unit, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Heart Failure Clinic are written, reviewed at least every two years, and updated as necessary.Qualifications:
What qualifications you will need:ACLS, BLSBSN5+ years of progressive CV leadership experienceCurrent RN licenseWhy is This a Great Opportunity:
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Job Summary and QualificationsThe Director maintains 24-hour responsibility for the direction, supervision, coordination, and evaluation of activities and performances in the professional practice of the staff in the Cath Lab, Heart and Vascular Unit, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Heart Failure Clinic. Directs and coordinates the Quality Assessment and Improvement activities of these departments. Oversees the development, review, and revision of policies, procedures, and practice guidelines specific to Cardiac Care of cardiology patients. Is accountable for the financial operation of cardiovascular services.You will integrate department services with the hospital's primary functions and coordinate services within your department and with other departments.You will develop and implement policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services, recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide care, and determine the qualifications and competence of department personnel who provide patient care services and who are not licensed independent practitioners.You will continuously assess and improve department and organizational performance, maintain appropriate quality control programs, and review and approve employee payroll. Ensure that payroll sheets are accurately completed and submitted to the Payroll Department within the specified period.You will assure that new employees receive appropriate orientation to the unit, including the use of equipment in the Cath Lab, QA, and QI activities, and special skills certifications.You will ensure ongoing education and training of the Cath Lab staff, designed to maintain and improve knowledge and skills associated with the care of cardiology patients, based on identified learning needs. In-service or other educational activities will be routinely provided for staff.You will ensure that staff members are certified to perform the specialized skills required in the cardiovascular departments (e.g., Moderate Sedation, CPR, Venipuncture, etc.).You will hold at least six unit-specific staff meetings per year, covering QA and QI activities, problem identification, proposed solutions, information exchange, and relevant educational topics. Minutes will be written and maintained for all meetings held.You will address concerns or complaints from physicians, visitors, and patients regarding any aspect of cardiovascular services, responding professionally and kindly. Provide written information and follow-up to the Director of Nursing and/or Chief Executive Officer when appropriate.You will respond immediately to all code situations in the Cath Lab (e.g., Code Blue, Code Red), providing direction and acting as a resource to other responders, and assigning staff as needed.You will serve as a liaison between the medical staff and nursing, attempting to meet the needs of the medical staff when possible. Forward requests from the medical staff to the Director of Nursing and/or the Chief Executive Officer, ensuring adequate equipment, supplies, and other needs are met.You will ensure that policies, procedures, and practice guidelines specific to the Cardiac Cath Lab, Heart and Vascular Unit, Cardiovascular Imaging, and Heart Failure Clinic are written, reviewed at least every two years, and updated as necessary.Qualifications:
What qualifications you will need:ACLS, BLSBSN5+ years of progressive CV leadership experienceCurrent RN licenseWhy is This a Great Opportunity:
Great Benefits!
#J-18808-Ljbffr