Head of Nursing plans and directs all nursing personnel. Develops and implements nursing policies, objectives, and initiatives. Being a Head of Nursing reviews nursing department operations to ensure compliance with established standards. Ensures that all patients receive the highest quality care. Additionally, Head of Nursing requires a master's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to top management. The Head of Nursing manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Head of Nursing typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Length of Position: Permanent
Type of Benefits: Full
Months per year: 10
Number of hours per week: 37.50
Number of days per week: 5
State Salary Schedule: No
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Essential Job Responsibilities: Performance Indicators
Minimum Requirements: