Job Summary
Plan,
implement, supervise and evaluate the delivery of patient centered care
established within the institution's policies, procedures, guidelines and
standards of professional nursing practice. Accountable for an assigned unit 24
hours a day in alignment with the organizational values and goals. Manage
operational, human, financial and other resources; enhance the professional
development of oneself and subordinates; participate in strategic planning and
fostering interdisciplinary and collaborative relationships. Apply the ANA
Nursing Administration Scope and Standards of Practice, participate in planning
activities to promote Magnet standards in the Nursing Services Department and
enforce Joint Commission International (JCI) requirements.
Support the
mission and vision of the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC)
and the Nursing Services
Department.
Essential Functions / Task Groups
Clinical
Practice and Performance Improvement Mngt:
- Monitor the delivery
of quality care to patients and ensure proper implementation of standards of
care and practice.
- Promote
evidence-based principles to improve practice as well as promote research and
integrate evidence-based knowledge in the delivery of nursing care to the
appropriate population.
- Conduct performance
improvement audits to improve the practice and oversee the implementation of
continuous quality monitoring parameters to ensure patient safety.
- Monitor patient
satisfaction survey results and develop strategies to address issues.
- Communicate and
document pertinent incidents in a timely manner and follow-up with the Nurse
Leader on action plans.
- Utilize information
systems to support managerial decisions related to clinical care, human
resources, operations and finance.
- Properly ensure the
implementation of all the JCI, Magnet and CAP standards as well as
standardizing all processes to meet policies and JCI requirements and
communicate to the staff any changes in standards of care, polices and
procedures.
Human Resource
and Operational Management:
- Manage the human
resources function through recruiting, selecting, orienting, appraising,
coaching and training nursing staff as well as for hiring, firing, setting
developmental plans, promoting the professional development of staff,
recognizing and awarding staff in collaboration with the Human Resources
Department (HRD) and Clinical and Professional Development Center (CPDC).
- Plan, create,
utilize, analyze and monitor the unit budget. Prepare minor, capital and
operational budgets as well as monitor and analyze staffing expenses.
- Oversee the
inventory of unit supplies, monitor usage reports and ensure that supplies and
procedures are properly charged by nursing staff and minimal losses are
incurred.
Critical Competencies
Client Focus, Achievement Orientation,
Initiative, Communication Skills, Safety and Health Management, Ethical
Practice, Human Resources Management, Health education, prevention and
promotion, Patient Assessment, Evidence Based Practice, Organizational
Awareness, Developing Others, Resource Management, Problem Solving, Technical
Expertise, Professional Development, Team Skills, Planning and Organizing,
Information and Records Administration, Quality Management, Applied Technology,
Computer Skills, English Comprehension, Professionalism, Stress management,
Community Service.
Knowledge / Know-How
Knowledge:
Knowledge of general nursing principles and
practices.
Knowledge of scientific principles and specialized techniques used
in the practice of nursing.
Knowledge of medications and
treatments.
Knowledge of current literature in the field of nursing and
hospital administration.
Working knowledge and completion of JCIA and other
regulatory requirements.
Education:
Minimum
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Preferred Education: Master's Degree
in Nursing or healthcare related field.
Requirements
(AUBMC):
Lebanese Nursing Colloquium
Nursing License from the
Ministry of Public Health
Member of the Order of Nurses in
Lebanon
Membership in a professional nursing
organization
Experience:
Minimum
Experience: Minimum of 7-9 years of experience as Registered Nurse,
preferably 3 years of which are in a managerial
role.
Languages:
Minimum Languages: Arabic and
English (EEE >/= 500).
Preferred Languages: French is an asset.
Computer Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Office
applications.
Impact of Actions / Decisions
Promotion of Nursing Department objectives (integrated patient centered care,
quality improvement, patient and nurse satisfaction, Professional Practice
model, shared governance, service excellence, staff competence,
etc).
Job Structure
Work according to pre-established standards of care and
practice.
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibility
Reporting Channel:
1st Level: Nurse Leader for Clinical Affairs
2nd
Level: Director of Nursing
Supervisory Channel:
Supervision is exercised over Clinical Nurse
Coordinators, Registered Nurses, Practical Nurses, Auxiliary Staff, Floor Clerks
and other support staff on the nursing unit.
Job Characteristics
| Physical Effort: |
Moderate Physical Effort |
| Work Schedule: |
Regular weekdays |
| Working Conditions: |
Exposed to patient
element |