Description

The Director of Critical Care oversees the ICU/CCU and Emergency Department and reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer and work collaboratively with the nursing and physician leaders of the ICU/CCU, and ED. He/she will also need to ensure that there is tight coordination with the development, implementation, education, evaluation and maintenance of the clinical information system to support patient care. They will ensure that safe and appropriate clinical care is provided in these areas with clear quality and operational metrics in place.

Requirements

Please place the following information above for Primary Contact:

Name: Human Resources

Phone: (626) 458-4777

Email: jobs@alhambrahospital.com

Summary

Ensure appropriate staffing levels in these areas to provide safe and effective clinical care. Works collaboratively wit interdepartmental directors and physicians

Manages ongoing operations within the units to ensure conformance with institutional and regulatory established standards.

Assists in the development and implementation of an effective Quality Improvement/Education program for the unit consistent with the hospital's overall plan.

In collaboration with the CNO, manages the unit's resources, including personnel, materials and physical facilities, ensuring the provision of effective, efficient and times services appropriate to patient care needs.

Assists the CNO in facilitating the department's goals, vision and objectives are accomplished by serving as a mentor to staff and collaborating with other disciplines and departments.

Assures adequate staffing and competent personnel and coordinates educational programs including age specific needs for staff.