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The Director of Critical Care has major responsibility for implementation of strategies and activities designed to achieve and support uncompromising quality, exceptional patient safety and an outstanding patient / family experience. The Director of Critical Care assures the coordination of care across department lines through a focus on systems that promote interadisciplinary collaboration and communication. Responsible for supervision and oversite of the Critical Care areas, Emergency Department, Medic 55 ALS Program na
EDUCATION: Minimum: • Master’s degree in nursing or related area such as MBA, MPA
LICENSE: Minimum: • Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum: • Certification for Emergency Nursing within one year. • BLS, ACLS, PALS through the RQI system during clinical orientation. • Basic Coronary Care obtained within 6 months of hire. • CPI certification obtained within 6 months of hire. Preferred: • CEN or relevant certification strongly desired and TNCC
WORK EXPERIENCE: Minimum: • 5 years of critical care nursing experience and strong clinical expertise. • at least three (3) years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care hospital environment, preferably in emergency services and/or intensive care services
SKILLS: Minimum: • Candidate must have a demonstrated track record of improving department operations. • This includes quality, patient safety, productivity, efficiency and customer satisfaction (employee and patient). • Candidate must have experience with emergency department performance indicators and using data to support analysis and solutions. • Candidate must have experience applying best practices and innovative strategies to improve performance metrics, quality and the customer experience. • Candidate must have experience establishing, building and developing positive relationships with staff and physicians. • Must be a highly visible, engaged, take charge leader who has a willingness to coach and mentor. • Candidate must have knowledge and understanding of State, Federal and Joint Commission requirements. • Experience with Microsoft Office products including word, excel and power point & Meditech



