Director of Emergency Trauma Services - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Job Title: Director of Emergency Trauma Services

Company: Virtus Healthcare Staffing

Location: Modesto, CA

Position Overview:
Virtus Healthcare Staffing seeks a dedicated Director of Emergency Trauma Services to join our partner, a medical facility in Modesto, CA. This role involves leading and managing the emergency trauma services department to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient operations.

Summary:
Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director of Patient Care Services is a professional registered nurse responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing care provided by a designated healthcare team. The Department Director holds twenty-four-hour responsibility for the unit's standards, staff, leadership, decision-making, fiscal guidelines, and departmental relationships. The Department Director fosters a supportive, professional environment among physicians, staff, and patients and is dedicated to Performance Improvement.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent

Minimum Experience/Skills:

• Three to five years of management experience

License/Certificates/Credentials:

• Current Registered Nursing license for the state of California

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking
• Ability to lift, position, and push up to 25 pounds
• Manual dexterity and mobility

Vision Requirements:

• Ability to adjust vision sufficiently to perform position accountabilities

Working Conditions:

• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
• Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, illness)
• Emergency and crises
• Subject to irregular hours
• Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the emergency trauma services department
• Ensure high-quality patient care and efficient operations
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures
• Oversee staff performance, training, and development
• Manage departmental budget and resources
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines
• Foster a supportive and professional environment for physicians, staff, and patients
• Dedicate efforts to Performance Improvement initiatives