Job Summary:


In addition to the responsibilities below, this position is also responsible for proactively establishing best practice models; performing strategic planning and designing long-term patient care delivery systems and practice standards in several locations; leading the investigation of patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care and services; forming strategic partnerships with physicians, outside healthcare providers, and other health care team members to achieve optimal and safe patient care across the continuum; forecasting resource needs in clinical areas to ensure appropriate assignment and utilization; evaluating the use and maintenance of equipment, supplies and medications; assuming accountability for patient and employee safety; maintaining clinical expertise, providing clinical supervision, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care in the unit; delegating tasks and duties that ar...