Assistant Director / RN / Outpatient Cardiology

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*This position has a total of approximately 55 direct/indirect and covers several clinic locations.

We are seeking a capable Assistant Director Patient Care Services who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population.

• The Assistant Director of Patient Care Service plays a critical role in the leadership team of a designated service line.
• Reporting to the Director of Patient Care Service the Assistant Director drives excellence in patient care clinic operations performance and patient outcomes while fostering a culture of team collaboration and professional development.
• This role collaborates with other service line and division leaders to ensure the delivery of high-quality care that aligns with organizational objectives and supports a large span of responsibility within a regional zone.
• Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Development: 1. Develop and maintain high engagement visibility and accountability within the healthcare team to achieve organizational vision mission and goals. 2. Foster a culture of collaboration excellence accountability and mutual respect across all inter-professional care teams throughout the care continuum. 3. Provide education coaching and guidance to staff ensuring adherence to clinical standards and best practices. 4. Facilitate staff onboarding competency assessment and continuous professional development. 5. Manage and support a diverse workforce based on organizational goals staffing needs and budget considerations.
• Clinical & Operational Management: 1. Oversee all clinical and administrative aspects of an assigned ambulatory care setting ensuring operational efficiency and cost-effective care. 2. Lead and implement quality and safety initiatives specific to your area aligned with organizational objectives. 3. Collaborate with triad leadership to assist in planning capital staffing and operational budgets. 4. Assist in establishing clinical and operational performance targets and financial goals in partnership with triad leadership. 5. Implement policies standard operating procedures and standard work holding the team accountable for compliance. 6. Routinely engage in intentional rounding to evaluate and address the needs of clinics staff and providers.
• Performance & Compliance: 1. Ensure consistency in nursing practice and compliance with safety accreditation and regulatory standards. 2. Identify analyze and objectively evaluate problems generating alternative solutions and making informed recommendations to support a culture of professional governance. 3. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards accreditation requirements and organizational policies. 4. Lead continuous quality improvement efforts through data analysis problem-solving and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Strategic & Operational Oversight: 1. Plan prioritize and execute operations efficiently anticipating resource needs and achieving results within the service line/division budget. 2. Address operational challenges and apply problem-solving skills to resolve issues working in partnership with leadership. 3. Advocate for optimal resource allocation to support patient care and improve overall service delivery. 4. Ensure alignment with the organizational strategic plan and vision to advocate for optimal outcomes across the service line.
• Workplace Culture & Staff Well-Being: 1. Foster an inclusive and diverse work environment that values individual differences and promotes staff well-being. 2. Create and support a healthy work environment that encourages professional growth and high staff morale. 3. Demonstrate leadership in challenging situations adapting styles as needed and effectively communicating unit goals.
• Professional Practice Oversight: 1. Actively monitor nursing practice to ensure adherence to established clinical standards policies and procedures. 2. Provide ongoing education and training to nurses ensuring up-to-date clinical skills and regulatory knowledge. 3. Advocate for patient safety and optimal care by addressing concerns regarding staffing resources and care delivery.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education:

1. Nursing: Masters degree required either in nursing or a masters degree in another discipline is acceptable if the candidate holds a bachelors degree in nursing (BSN)

2. Orthopedic Areas (non-nursing): Master of Science (MS) as an Athletic Trainer is required

Experience:

1. Nursing: A minimum of five (5) years of professional nursing practice experience in acute and/or ambulatory care settings with at least five (5) years in a leadership position.

2. Orthopedic Areas (non-nursing): A minimum of five (5) years of experience in orthopedic setting with at least five (5) years in a leadership position

Licensure:

1. Nursing: - Acute / Ambulatory Nursing: A valid unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing. - Virtual Care Nursing: If overseeing virtual care activities an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.

2. Orthopedic Areas (non-nursing): A valid unencumbered Athletic Trainer License approved by the Georgia Board of Athletic

Trainers Certifications:

1. Nursing: a. Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC NEA-BC) CENP or comparable certification must be obtained within one (1) year of entry into role

2. ALL: a. BLS required b. ACLS certification may be necessary depending on specialty area post hire

Skills:

1. Demonstrated leadership in promoting collaboration diversity equity inclusion and social justice both for the populations served and within a health system. 2. Experience overseeing complex service line operations within a healthcare system. 3. Ongoing demonstrated clinical and leadership competence. Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Doctoral degree (DNP PhD DrPH) strongly preferred

Preferred Experience:

Experience in a complex academic health system

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