Director of Nursing Logistics
IA_MMC Mercy Health Services - Iowa, Corp.
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Position Summary:
The Director of Nursing Logistics is responsible in assuring the delivery of quality, efficient and safe health care services. This Nursing leader will be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the staffing office, float/per diem staff, agency nurses, scheduler, House Supervisors, Transfer Call Center and Bed Control. Director of Nursing Logistics will be innovative in their approach and meet the demands of a fast-paced, time sensitive environment. Position will be proactive in meeting the needs of the organization through insight into specific needs of the patient care units with respect to census fluctuations and staffing challenges. Patient flow will also be a prime responsibility in which improvements will be made by using data to analyze, plan, implement, and evaluate patient throughput initiatives across the organization. Position may also take on additional responsibility as it relates to the needs of the patient care areas.
What the Director of Nursing Logistics will need:
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Maintains current Georgia professional nursing license
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years leadership/management experience. Extensive experience working closely with physicians, families, patients and peers and the ability to gain trust and credibility. Ability to work effectively as a team member while assuming a leadership role within the organization.
What the Director of Nursing Logistics will do:
Present a professional image: Exhibit a genuine concern for others. Maintain conservative, appropriate dress, and good personal hygiene.
Communicate effectively: Promote integrity in words and actions. Timely, attentive, respectful, and clear communication whether verbal, written or body language. Displays control and calmness in all situations.
Maintain privacy and confidentiality: Respecting others’ rights, shares only what others need to know and in only appropriate places, not in public areas or near others without a need to know
Anticipate needs, demonstrate initiative, and strive to exceed expectations: Seek ways to be helpful. Provides superior service by focusing on safe staffing practices and efficient patient throughput. Demonstrates genuine compassion for anyone who suffers.
Be an ambassador for your organization: Be positive, faithful in your commitment, and caring as a representative of the organization.
Be a team player: Support your fellow employees; share your time and talents; be respectful and helpful.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Summary
Manage nursing logistics, staffing, patient throughput, and team leadership.
Job title
Director of Nursing Logistics
Experience level
management level
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
On-site in Athens, GA, USA, no remote work
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Athens, GA, USA