Provides leadership for staff and accountability for assigned operations.  In conjunction with the unit leadership, works to improve the quality of patient care, strengthens the financial performance of the department, and improve patient, physician, and employee satisfaction.   Serves as a role model and provides clinical expertise to the department.  Demonstrates effective skills in communication, advocacy, and promoting a shared vision. Identifies safety concerns and institutes measures to provide a safe environment for patient and staff.

Qualifications

Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal competence, negotiation and confrontation skills.
• Basic computer skills
• Organizational, prioritizing, and time management skills
• Clinical education related to specialty
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of healthcare technology within specialty area.
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and colleagues.

Experience:

• Current California RN license
• Current CPR certification
• BSN or currently enrolled in BSN program
• Two years clinical experience in an acute care facility

About the Hospital

Come to Good Samaritan for a richness of experience beyond the practice of exceptional medicine. With a multi-cultural staff of more than 1,600 employees and 650 physicians, we offer opportunities to work and grow among people from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and traditions.