Director - Acute Care bei Great Falls Clinic Hospital

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Responsible for delivery of quality patient care that promotes safety and well-being of patients. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates the overall Medical Surgical Inpatient and Observation nursing practice and administrative activities. Organizes, plans and directs nursing service functions and activities. Is responsible for Medical/Surgical program development, policies and procedures of nursing care and staff education and competency development. Ensures compliance with nursing care standards established by commissions, federal, state and local regulatory agencies and adherence to institutional objectives and policies pertaining to nursing. Maintains open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance. This position requires a sound knowledge of nursing and management practice and exceptional demonstrated leadership abilities. Receives direction from: Hospital CNO and Medical Director.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Nursing degree

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 2-5 years experience in Medical Surgical Unit; preferred experience in supervisory/administrative/management

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Montana RN Licensure

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Requires knowledge of federal and state regulatory agency standards related to inpatient, acute care areas
• Cognitive and technical knowledge and the ability to progressively manage care delivery across the continuum of care within the acute care setting. 
• Knowledge of basic nursing principles and procedures, AMSN standards. 
• Coaching and counseling of subordinates, time management, and delegation. 
• Interviewing and strong human resource as well as exceptional communication skills required. 
• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening

ABOUT US:

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties.

Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.

ABOUT GREAT FALLS:

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.