POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Job Title: Director of Nursing Supervised by: CEO/Administrator
Prepared by: __________________________________ Approved by: ___________________________ Date: ________________________________________ 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:
E = Excellent Performance is clearly outstanding;Performance is superior – it far exceeds standards or expectations;Performance is exceptional on a continuous basis.
G = Good Performance generally meets or exceeds standards or expectations;Attains all or nearly all of position objectives.
S = Satisfactory Performance is adequate – it meets standards or expectations, and is developing within the position.
NI = Needs Improvement 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. 5 4 3 2 1
Directs and checks the work of the nursing staff. 5 4 3 2 1
Promotes interdepartmental cooperation to enhance the quality of patient care. 5 4 3 2 1 Participates in the formulation of the budget for nursing. 5 4 3 2 1 Maintains definite outlines of responsibility and duties for each category of
nursing personnel.
5 4 3 2 1
Conducts monthly meetings with nursing personnel and documents the minutes.
5 4 3 2 1
Formulates a plan to provide adequate opportunities for growth and development of nursing staff knowledge through inservice and other educational meetings.
5 4 3 2 1
Recommends personnel for employment in the nursing department after interviewing them and provides for adequate orientation and evaluation of all new employees.
5 4 3 2 1
Ensures that each patient has a interdisciplinary plan of care which includes discharge planning, if applicable.
5 4 3 2 1
Plans for adequate staffing to provide nursing services as required and sets up schedules accordingly.
5 4 3 2 1
Evaluates the performance of nursing staff personnel on at least an annual basis and maintains employee files.
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Reviews and/or revises policies and procedures yearly. 5 4 3 2 1 Promotes understanding and cooperation between nursing and the Medical
Director.
5 4 3 2 1
Participates actively in the quality assurance program. 5 4 3 2 1 Promotes safety and infection control throughout the facility. 5 4 3 2 1 Maintains current nursing knowledge of pertinent new developments in patient
care, products, and equipment.
5 4 3 2 1
Promotes the hospital annex and care given throughout the community. 5 4 3 2 1 Provides for a mechanism for the orientation of all new employees in the
nursing department.
5 4 3 2 1
Participate with other professional staff in developing and implementing policies for patient resident care.
5 4 3 2 1
Participates in scheduling rounds to see patients/residents on the basis of a written plan.
5 4 3 2 1
Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of nursing care. 5 4 3 2 1
Professional Requirements: E G S NI U
Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. 5 4 3 2 1
Completes annual education requirements. 5 4 3 2 1
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state and federal regulations. 5 4 3 2 1 Adheres to the Group I level of HIPAA Minimum Necessary Standard when
using, disclosing or requesting Protected Health Information (PHI).
5 4 3 2 1
Professional Requirements: E G S NI U Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department
operations, fire, safety and infection control.
5 4 3 2 1
Effectively and consistently communicates administrative directive to personnel and encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions.
5 4 3 2 1
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. 5 4 3 2 1 Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus
statement of the department.
5 4 3 2 1
Education/Experience Requirements:
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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.
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JOB TITLE: Director of Nursing DEPARTMENT: Nursing
NAME: Tammy Fischer # HOURS/WORKDAY: 8
DEVELOPED BY: DATE DEVELOPED:
MANAGER SIGNATURE: DATE:
CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE EXTENT 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.
Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more Stand: X Walk: X Sit: X Talk or hear: X
Use hands to finger, handle or feel: X Push/Pull: X
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: X Reach with hands and arms: X Taste or smell: X
This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.
Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more Up to 10 pounds: X Up to 25 pounds: Up to 50 pounds: X Up to 100 pounds:
More than 100 pounds:
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.
Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more Wet, humid conditions (non-weather): X
Work near moving mechanical parts: X Fumes or airborne particles: X
Toxic or caustic chemicals: X Outdoor weather conditions: X Extreme cold (non-weather): X Extreme heat (non-weather): X
Risk of electrical shock: X Work with explosives: X
Risk of radiation: X Vibration: X
The typical noise level for the work environment is: Check all that apply.
Very Quiet Loud Noise Quiet Very Loud Noise x Moderate Noise
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 0 1-2 3-4 5-6 7+
A. Right only B. Left Only
C. Both X
Repetitive use of hands
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CONTINUATION PAGE
Staff Member: ___________________________________
Job Title: ________________________
Performance Evaluation Score:
# of total points achieved
___________
180 – 144 points = Excellent
143 – 108 = Good
107 – 72 = Satisfactory
71 – 36 = Needs Improvement
35 – 0 = Unacceptable
100% merit increase
100% merit increase
75% merit increase
50% merit increase
25% merit increase
Administration Comments:
Recommended Goals/Actions:
Staff Member Comments:
Actions Recommended by Administration: Current Wage: _____________ New Wage: __________
Performance Review Only
Cost of Living Increase: __________
Next Performance Review on: __________
Salary Increase: __________
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)
