Supervisor Diagnostic Cardiology

The Diagnostic Cardiology Supervisor provides leadership support as part of the Heart Center management team supporting the Heart Center Manager in their responsibility for the development implementation and evaluation of care provided in Diagnostic Cardiology consistent with the established strategic plan goals and objectives for Patient Care Services. The Diagnostic Cardiology Supervisor carries out the day-to-day operations plan of the department under the direction of the Heart Center Manager and/or Cardiovascular Director. The Diagnostic Cardiology Supervisor serves as a clinical resource to other healthcare team members on the designated unit. May assume a patient care assignment based on department needs. The Diagnostic Cardiology Supervisor coordinates unit management activities and department staff development in conjunction and collaboration with the Heart Center Manager and/or Cardiovascular Director.

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• Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

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Leadership

Evaluates daily staffing needs. Collaborates with the leadership team to facilitate adjustments that meet the department needs.

Commits to the hours needed to achieve outcomes and develop others to assure round-the-clock leadership. Requires flexibility with hours worked and shifting priorities as the environment changes.

Serves as a resource in the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of care in Diagnostic Cardiology

Assists in creating a positive work environment that contributes to safe and positive clinical outcomes.

Assists with providing a thorough and adequate orientation program for new staff and student interns.

Assists with competency training and continuing education programming to ensure staff development needs are met for the department.

Participates in department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and performance improvement activities.

Incorporates the St. Lukes Hospitals Comfort/C.A.R.E. Professional Practice Model into their daily practice.

Effective Communication

Follows up on patient concerns in the absence of the Heart Center Manager. Notifies Heart Center Manager or appropriate designee of any concerns that have the potential to escalate or lead to Risk Management concerns.

Builds trusting collaborative relationships with staff peers providers and administration to advance the core patient business strategy.

Supports and empowers staff to act with appropriate responsibility for the work processes and work environment of which they are a part. Evokes in staff a sense of ownership of and accountability for their work. As well as stimulate staff to continuously improve their performance.

Professional Development of Team Members

Supports a thorough and adequate orientation program for new staff and student interns.

Supports the adequate competency training and continuing education programming is done to meet identified staff development needs.

Supports department and hospital shared governance infrastructure and staff engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

A graduate of a diploma associate or baccalaureate academic program in health science (including but not limited to cardiovascular technology ultrasound radiologic technology): must meet eligibility requirements to become certified in Adult Echocardiography through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI.)

Experience:

Three years of clinical experience in a clinical setting

Recognized knowledge and expertise in caring for specific patient.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Must possess current certification for adult cardiac sonography (RDCS-AE RCS)

Must possess current certification or pediatric cardiac sonography (RDCS- PE)

Maintain current BLS certification

Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for work- related reasons

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Writes reads speaks and comprehends fluent English

Ability to lead and participate in multidisciplinary teams

Ability to direct others and to exercise judgment in problem- solving scenarios

Ability to lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary teams

Possess a comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice and an expanded knowledge of current clinical and specialized patient care concepts.

Possess a broad and varied knowledge base that is continually enhanced through self-directed study and participation in educational opportunities.

Ability to successfully complete basic computer course through in-hospital training; develops and maintains necessary computer skills including Word and Excel.

Possess knowledge of performance improvement and quality standards.

Other:

Must meet all components of the job description for either a Cardiac Cath Lab RN or RT