Job Summary:

Leads, plans, organizes, and directs all nursing activities in assigned facility. Responsible for the quality of nursing care delivered in hospitals, public health facilities, and community-based programs. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff. Will manage large numbers of agency staff or have large scope of responsibility within agency. Coordinates response to disaster and emergencies.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Develops and manages the budget and makes cost effective decisions.
Develops policies, sets standards, and plans objectives for the nursing program in accordance with established policies.
Develops staffing patterns.
Evaluates nursing standards and nurse protocols for all nursing programs.
Initiates and participates in the development of community wide policy to improve the health status of the stakeholder.
Interprets policies and communicates changes in regulations and procedures.