Job Summary

The Nurse Director, Endoscopy at Mass General Brigham-Salem Hospital is accountable and responsible for clinical operations of Endoscopy on a 24-hour basis.  She/he is responsible to coordinate day-to-day clinical operations, working collaboratively with all departments and disciplines.  The Nurse Director is responsible to work collaboratively with senior leadership to systematically improve nursing processes and activities, on performance improvement initiatives that maintain standards of nursing practice and to achieve all Endoscopy programmatic goals, standards, and strategic plans.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
• Implements strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
• Promotes a safe and positive working environment.
• Ensure that the RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of any updated policies and procedures.
• Prepares departmental budget and operates department within budgetary guidelines.
• Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers.

Education

Master's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - State License]
• Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

• Nursing management 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Agency Regulations.