POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Job Title: Director of Nursing Prepared by: Date: Supervised by: CEO/Administrator Approved by: Date: Job Summary: The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for the clinical practice of nursing which includes directing all services provided by the Nursing Services Department. As a member of senior management this position ensures the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, programs and services consistent with the facility's goals and objectives, and actively participates in a leadership role by consulting with facility management in designing and providing total patient care and services. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performance is clearly outstanding;performance is superior it far exceeds standards E = Excellent or expectations;performance is exceptional on a continuous basis. G = Good S = Satisfactory NI = Needs Improvement Performance generally meets or exceeds standards or expectations;attains all or nearly all of position objectives. Performance is adequate it meets standards or expectations, and is developing within the position. Fails to meet one or more job expectations. U = Unacceptable Performance is below accepted levels;fails to meet most job expectations. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Has the ability and knowledge to supervise the various departments of nursing. Directs and checks the work of the nursing staff. Promotes interdepartmental cooperation to enhance the quality of patient care. Participates in the formulation of the budget for nursing. Maintains definite outlines of responsibility and duties for each category of nursing personnel. Conducts monthly meetings with nursing personnel and documents the minutes. Formulates a plan to provide adequate opportunities for growth and development of nursing staff knowledge through inservice and other educational meetings. Recommends personnel for employment in the nursing department after interviewing them and provides for adequate orientation and evaluation of all new employees. Ensures that each patient has a interdisciplinary plan of care which includes discharge planning, if applicable. Plans for adequate staffing to provide nursing services as required and sets up schedules accordingly. Evaluates the performance of nursing staff personnel on at least an annual basis and maintains employee files. 1

2 Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Reviews and/or revises policies and procedures yearly. Promotes understanding and cooperation between nursing and the Medical Director. Participates actively in the quality assurance program. Promotes safety and infection control throughout the facility. Maintains current nursing knowledge of pertinent new developments in patient care, products, and equipment. Promotes the hospital annex and care given throughout the community. Provides for a mechanism for the orientation of all new employees in the nursing department. Participate with other professional staff in developing and implementing policies for patient resident care. Participates in scheduling rounds to see patients/residents on the basis of a written plan. Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of nursing care. Professional Requirements: E G S NI U Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state and federal regulations. Adheres to the Group I level of HIPAA Minimum Necessary Standard when using, disclosing or requesting Protected Health Information (PHI). Reports to work on time and as scheduled. Wears identification while on duty. Attends annual review and performs departmental inservices. Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, departments and staff. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Attends committee, CQI and management meetings, as appropriate. Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as required. 2

3 Professional Requirements: E G S NI U Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety and infection control. Effectively and consistently communicates administrative directive to personnel and encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Total Points 3

4 Education/Experience Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. A minimum of two years experience as a supervisor in a health care facility. Current licensure by the State of Oklahoma as a Registered Nurse. Ability to work cooperatively with physicians, patients and families. Ability to manage, train and motivate. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. ======================================================================================= I have received, read and understand the Position Description/Performance Evaluation above. Name/Signature Date Signed 4

5 JOB TITLE: Director of Nursing DEPARTMENT: Nursing NAME: Tammy Fischer # HOURS/WORKDAY: 8 DEVELOPED BY: MANAGER SIGNATURE: DATE DEVELOPED: DATE: DESCRIPTION OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS CHECK APPROPRIATE BO FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE ETENT OF THE SPECIFIC ACTIVITY PERFORMED BY THE STAFF MEMBERS IN THIS POSITION PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Stand: Walk: Sit: Talk or hear: Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Push/Pull: Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Reach with hands and arms: Taste or smell: Amount of Time 1/3 to 1/2 None up to 1/3 2/3 and more This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below. Up to 10 pounds: Up to 25 pounds: Up to 50 pounds: Up to 100 pounds: More than 100 pounds: Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more This job has special vision requirements. Check all that apply. x Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) x Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) x Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) x Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) x Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) x Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) No Special Vision Requirements Specific demands not listed: Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Wet, humid conditions (non-weather): Work near moving mechanical parts: Fumes or airborne particles: Toxic or caustic chemicals: Outdoor weather conditions: Extreme cold (non-weather): Extreme heat (non-weather): Risk of electrical shock: Work with explosives: Risk of radiation: Vibration: The typical noise level for the work environment is: Check all that apply. Very Quiet Loud Noise Quiet Very Loud Noise x Moderate Noise Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more Hearing: x Ability to hear alarms on equipment x Ability to hear patient call x Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff REPETITIVE MOTION ACTIONS Number of Hours Repetitive use of foot control C. Both Repetitive use of hands C. Both Grasping: simple/light C. Both Grasping: firm/heavy C. Both Fine Dexterity C. Both 5

6 PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CONTINUATION PAGE Staff Member: Job Title: Performance Evaluation Score: # of total points achieved Administration Comments: points = Excellent = Good = Satisfactory = Needs Improvement 35 0 = Unacceptable 100% merit increase 100% merit increase 75% merit increase 50% merit increase 25% merit increase Recommended Goals/Actions: Staff Member Comments: Actions Recommended by Administration: Current Wage: New Wage: Performance Review Only Next Performance Review on: Acknowledgement of Job Description Cost of Living Increase: Salary Increase: Total Increase: Salary Increase Denied Staff Member Signature Date Administration Signature Date 6

7 PERSONNEL MEMBER ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE AND COMPETENCY EVALUATION As a member of the Okeene Municipal Hospital s personnel team, your comments and input are important to both our continuing development and quality provision of patient care and services. Your continued professional growth and job satisfaction are primary goals of the hospital. The administrative team and your department supervisor are interested in your comments regarding the following: 1-5 (1 = poor, 5 = excellent) 1. How would you rate your current job satisfaction level? 2. How would you rate your current job performance? 3. How would you rate the organization s provision of personnel benefits? 4. How would you rate the organization s provisions for personnel continuing education? 5. How would you rate the organization s physical working environment? 6. How would you rate the organization s emotional working environment? 7. List your professional goals: 8. List any departmental goals that may differ from professional goals (include educational and performance goals): 9. Is there anything the organization can do to help you achieve any of these goals? 10. If so, please describe: 11. Comments you feel may assist the organization with improving personnel satisfaction levels: Note: This organization pledges to utilize information provided for the sole purpose of improving personnel satisfaction and assisting the author with achievement of advanced personal and/or professional growth. 7