Inpatient services director job description

Our client is a network of 4 hospitals, 17 community clinics, 1 community institute, and 1 nationally recognized research institute all serving communities on Chicago's West and Southwest sides. Their 300+ bed Level 1 Trauma Center is also a teaching hospital.

They have an immediate need for a passionate, self-starting Director to lead their Post Op, Med Surg overflow, Surgical Step down and SiCU.

Serves as the primary nurse leader for assigned departments. Accountable for management of clinical operations, oversight of nursing practice, compliance with regulatory, quality, and professional development standards, and all business operations within their span of control. Works with the System Chief Nursing Officer and Assistant Chief Nursing Officer in establishing standards of nursing practice for hospital-wide use and takes lead accountability in assuring that they are implemented, measured, and continuously improved. Assists in the management of resources, strategic planning, and development of policies and procedures which ensure congruence with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Provides direction and support to department caregivers toward attainment of short- and long-term goals and objectives. It is an expectation that the director will progressively demonstrate and exceed competencies in domains for health care leadership, communication and relationship management, knowledge of the health care environment, professionalism, and business/financial skills and principles. Director will also ensure competency with the American Organization for Nursing Leadership’s Nurse Executive and Nurse Manager Competencies.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Master's degree in Nursing, Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or related field

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Five (5) years of staff nurse experience in acute care.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive management experience in acute care setting, ten (10) years preferred

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS:

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse is required, issued by the IL State Board of Nursing
Certification in a nursing specialty is preferred

Benefits include the following:
Health, Welfare & Retirement Benefits
Medical (PPO, HMO, High Deductible PPO)
Dental (PPO, HMO)
Vision - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life
Retirement Savings Plan
Onsite Parking lots
Pre-Tax Commuter Transit Accounts
Voluntary Benefits
Legal Protection Plan
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance
Employee Discounts
Work/Life Balance
PTO/Vacation & Holidays
Employee Wellness
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Health Services
Discounts and Wellness Programs
Educational Programs
Tuition Reimbursement

For prompt and confidential consideration, please apply to the link below:

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+ The Facility Inpatient Support reports to the Manager-Security and is responsible for the transportation and observation of patients. Provides transports to patients being discharged and to non-medical patients to and from units, procedures and as delegated by the RN. Provides close or continuous visual and auditory observation to assigned patients to the level determined by the RN in order to promote safety and to ensure the patient does not harm self and/or others.
+ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Education: Completion of Sophomore year (grade 10) of High School. Experience: NA Licensure/Certification/Registration: NA

+ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Education: N/A Experience: NA Licensure/Certification/Registration: NA

+ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Ability to communicate effectively and to work independently and to initiate a helpful interaction with others, including visitors entering the building. Knowledge of basic mathematical computation; legible printing and/or handwriting. Ability to assemble and disassemble equipment and instrumentation; to comprehend and follow complex verbal and written instructions; to observe and report anything that varies form normal and expected.

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+ READING - Basic: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

+ WRITING - Basic: Ability to write simple correspondence.

+ SPEAKING - Basic: Ability to speak simple sentences.

+ MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

+ REASONING ABILITY - Basic Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional variables.

+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

+ Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking, pushing cart or wheelchair. Ability to read, write walk, talk, see, hear, push wheelchair, transfer patients and lift up to fifty(50) pounds.

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+ Stand - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Walk - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Sit - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)

+ Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Reach with hands and arms - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Continuously 2/3 to 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Bending-repetitive forward - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

+ Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

+ Up to 35 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5-5.5 hours)

+ Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

+ WORK ENVIRONMENT

+ Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

+ May be exposed to patient elements.

+ WORKING CONDITIONS

+ Prolonged confinement in a small space in either a sitting or standing position. Exposure to cold or hot outside air. Small work space.

* We are hiring immediately for a Adult Inpatient RD position.
* Location: UVA, Charlottesville, VA
* Note: online applications accepted only.

* Schedule: M-F 8am-4:30pm, ~6 Saturdays/year
* Requirement: RD, LDN

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Morrison Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences.

Take a look for yourself at the Power of Food!

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 806 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation's largest health systems for more than 65 years and leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in 2020 for the 8th time and was named a Top 125 Training Organization by Training Magazine in 2020 for the 9th time. Glassdoor also named Morrison a 2018 Best Places to Work and CEO Tim Pierce a 2019 Most Admired CEO. Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members.

Job Summary

Join a talented group of 70 dietitians at the University of Virginia Health System in beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia. At this level one trauma center, dietitians play an integral role on multidisciplinary teams in many specialty areas, both in the 675 bed inpatient setting, as well as in over 35 outpatient clinics. RDs participate in research and quality improvement projects, host dietetic interns, and are supported in pursuing leadership and community service experiences. Continuing education opportunities are plentiful from within the accomplished nutrition team and from the health system which values ongoing training and education.

This full-time, 40 hr/wk position will include adult inpatient coverage as part of a six member adult inpatient unit RD team. Offering opportunities for professional growth, this position will work closely with nursing, the medical team, therapies, social work, and case management to care for patients admitted to the hospital and following an oral diet. (Nutrition support is covered by a different team.)

Key Responsibilities:

* Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population
* Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
* Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
* Trains and mentor's patient services staff and interns as applicable
* Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

Qualifications:

* Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
* Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing/Credentialing Board, in states where required
* One (1) year of hospital experience, preferred
* Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

* Retirement Plan
* Associate Shopping Program
* Health and Wellness Programs
* Discount Marketplace
* Identity Theft Protection
* Pet Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance/AD
* Disability Insurance
* Commuter Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance).


Nearest Major Market: Charlottesville

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia

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