Director of Med Surg / ICU, Location: Vernal, UT

Job Title: Director of Med Surg / ICU

Employment Type: On-site, Full-time

Job Level: Director

Salary Range: $95,000 to $140,000 DOE

About the Job:

The Director of Med Surg and ICU is responsible for the effective operation of the Medical Surgical and ICU Services at The Client. This role ensures high-quality, cost-effective patient care, manages nursing personnel, and leads the implementation of departmental projects and goals.

Responsibilities:

• Provide education, direction, and mentorship to the nursing team, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and patient care standards.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver quality patient care and achieve positive outcomes.
• Oversee nursing competencies, infection control, employee health, safety, case management, and program evaluation.
• Maintain adherence to accreditation standards as set forth by the State, TJC, and CMS.
• Ensure continuous process improvement and accountability within the nursing team.
• Uphold strict Infection Control standards and ensure licensure and competencies for all staff.
• Participate in and manage staffing needs, considering census, acuity, skill levels, and availability.
• Address concerns from staff, physicians, patients, and families promptly and take corrective actions as needed.
• Attend all relevant meetings and huddles to stay updated on departmental and hospital-wide initiatives.
• Drive the clinical aspects of utilization review within the Med Surg and ICU departments.

About The Client:

The Client is a Joint Commission-accredited, 39-bed hospital that has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Rural Hospitals in America for eight consecutive years. Located in Vernal, Utah, a region known for its vast outdoor recreational opportunities, the hospital is dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services to the growing community.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed RN in the State of Utah.
• Med Surg or ICU nursing experience is required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• BSN is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of management/leadership experience is required.

Schedule:

Full-time, Day shift, 10+ hours per shift, weekdays only.