Inpatient Services Director, North Texas Medical Center, Gainesville, TX
Community Hospital Corporation
Gainesville, texas
The Inpatient Services Director reports to the CNO and is responsible for the provision of high quality, cost effective patient care in the ICU and Med/Surg Departments. The Inpatient Services Director coordinates the provision of age specific patient care that is consistent with the policies, procedures and standards of professional nursing practice and consistent with the policies and procedures in place at NTMC. Consults with staff, physicians, and the CNO on nursing problems and interpretation of hospital policies to ensure that patient needs are met. Participates in performance improvement activities within the department.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for the cost-effective management of human resources in the department. Staffs according to patient volume and acuity; monitors overtime and agency utilization and assists with scheduling staff to fill open shifts as necessary
- Performs all aspects of patient...