Rn - Clinical Nurse Leader
Orthopedic Institute (Eastern/Tulsa, Oklahoma)

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The Orthopedic Institute is a multi-specialty orthopedic practice, founded in 1980. Our physicians are on the leading edge of their respective fields in orthopedics, rheumatology and pain management. Through our specialized physicians we have developed Centers of Excellence designed to treat all musculoskeletal conditions. You can be confident that our physicians provide comprehensive care to every patient while using the most advanced techniques. At Orthopedic Institute, we utilize every resource to make sure that your return to an active, healthy lifestyle.


JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse Leader has 24-hour responsibility for effective implementation of facility and departmental philosophy, goals, policies, and monitoring their effect on patient care in a designated unit.  The Clinical Nurse Leader has authority to make decisions on his/her respective unit regarding patient care.

ESSENTAIL JOB FUNCTIONS

1.       Assists DON in development, implementation and evaluation of on-going service programs that assure quality nursing and patient care programs consistent with facility mission.

2.       Monitors/maintains unit compliance with regulatory, accrediting and facility policy for patient services and environmental and personnel safety.

3.       Oversees unit QI program which monitors and evaluates critical aspects of care

4.       Maintains current licensure and knowledge of nursing care requirements for all patients on unit.  Assesses need for personal growth and development and takes initiative in seeking opportunities to meet this need.

5.       Accurately identifies re/potential problems affecting service and implements solutions with follow-through and communication.

6.       Consults with patients/families through primary nurse request, direct family request and/or direct assessment of patient/family response to care while in facility.  Assesses patient/significant other survey responses regarding nursing  care and services

7.       Responsible for on-going development of staff and unit specific patient care programs.

8.       Responsible for effective and efficient fiscal management  of department operations to ensure proper utilization of organizational and financial resources

9.       Responsible for department’s operational excellence; ensures department delivers quality service in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and professional standards.

10.   Manages human resources to assure quality services and promote positive employee relations.

11.   Responsible for fiscal management of department; assures proper utilization of organization’s financial resources

12.   Effectively communicates departmental, organization and industry information to staff

13.   Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission.

14.   Demonstrates maturity and accountability for job performance.  Supports facility mission and values, the philosophy, objectives and goals of department and assesses areas of personal and professional growth.

15.    Supports and promotes excellence in customer service.

16.   Supports and promotes Infection Control Program.

17.   Supports and promotes Safety Program.

18.   Supports and promotes Risk Management Program.

Qualifications

1.    Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 

2.    Minimum of two years clinical practice ( five years preferred)  with experience in the specific field.  One year previous nursing management experience 

3.    Current Oklahoma RN License 

4.    Current Basic Life Support Certification 

5.    Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required within 12 months of hire 

6.    Demonstrated Clinical Competence in relevant area of nursing

7.    Demonstrated leadership ability and potential managerial competency. 

Evidence of this includes but is not limited to, effective communication skills, ability to deal well with people, ability to problem solve, ability to confront/resolve issues, ability to motivate others, ability to plan, organize, and direct the activities of others


EOE