Director of Critical Care, (RN) - Military veterans preferred

You chose a career where you have the opportunity to make a difference in peoples’ lives.  At Merit Health Natchez, we want to make a difference in your life! Your nursing career means everything to us. Whether you are starting your nursing career as a new nurse graduate, or you are looking for opportunities to share your knowledge, skills and experience as a seasoned nurse, we welcome the opportunity to work with you. 

We invite you to join our family and work in an environment that supports career advancement and continuing education. Your success is our success. 

We offer a robust benefits package, potential sign-on bonus with relocation assistance, 401(k), pet insurance, health, dental, vision insurance, PTO, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, licensure renewal reimbursement, and more!

Job Description: Manages and directs operations of the Intensive Care Unit. Develops and implements policies to ensure that ICU/CCU (Critical Care Unit) RN, operates within budget and complies with established performance standards. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. BSN degree or equivalent and 7-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. RN licensure in the state of employment. Current BLS and ACLS certifications within 6 months of employment. CCRN is preferred. 

About Us: Merit Health Natchez is a Joint Commission-accredited hospital with 179 beds, providing an array of medical services to patients in five Mississippi counties and two Louisiana parishes - known locally as the Miss-Lou. We are committed to our and proud to provide participation and financial support of civic organizations, charities, education, and community and cultural events.

Community: Natchez is one of the oldest cities in Mississippi and has one of the largest collections of historic buildings in the entire country. It also offers plenty more, including great shopping, fantastic restaurants, a beautiful and walkable historic downtown, and gorgeous parks and outdoor areas to explore.

 

INDMS

Experience

Required

• 7 - 10 years: 7-10 years

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Nursing

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• L-MS-RN License

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)