Job Summary:

The Director of Nursing will oversee the operations and staff of the Emergency Room (ER) and the Medical Surgical Floor. This role is critical to ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in a critical access hospital setting. The Director of Nursing will be responsible for strategic planning, staff management, patient care, and coordination between departments to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:

• Provide leadership and direction to nursing staff in the ER and Medical Surgical Floor.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective nursing operations.

• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment to promote staff engagement and professional development.

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations, as well as hospital policies and procedures.

• Direct supervision of nursing supervisors to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational goals.

• Patient Care:

• Oversee the delivery of patient care, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Monitor patient outcomes and implement strategies to improve care and services.

• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, and administrative staff to coordinate patient care and services.

• Staff Management:

• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified nursing staff.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and mentoring to staff.

• Develop and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and optimal patient care.

  Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience in a hospital setting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Experience in emergency nursing and medical-surgical nursing required.

• Licenses/Certifications:

• Current RN license in ME.

• Advanced certifications in emergency and/or medical-surgical nursing preferred (e.g., CEN, CMSRN).

• Skills:

• Strong leadership and management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards.

  Working Conditions:

• The role requires frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting of patients.

• Must be able to handle high-stress situations and work in a fast-paced environment.

• May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

CCH Benefits:

• Competitive health insurance plan including:

• Bi-weekly premiums begin at $24.50 for single and $85.00 for family coverage

• 25% discount on DECH and CCH medical services

• Employer paid HRA fund toward deductible and co-payments

• Teladoc- 24/7/365 telemedicine access to MD with no co-payment

• Employer paid life insurance

• 401k retirement plan

• Generous time off plan

• Additional benefits available

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Disability insurance- short and long-term

• Life Insurance

CCH is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunity.