Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.

Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical,
administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.

Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.

Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.

Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.

Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer

Minimum Education
Associate’s degree Required
Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
Bachelor’s degree Preferred

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Licenses:Current and active Registered Nurse license in the State of Tennessee.

Job: *Administration/Management

Organization: *Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg

Title: Dir - Rehabilitation Unit

Location: Tennessee-Lawrenceburg

Requisition ID: 7425-2814