Asst Dir, Nursing-OR-Critical Care

Company: Children's Mercy KC
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.OverviewThe Assistant Director of Nursing, Operating Room in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Director is accountable for the ongoing leadership and operations of the Level 1 Trauma Center Operating Room. The Assistant Director of Nursing, Operating Room provides leadership for the nursing staff and the perioperative patient care team to support safe, high quality care of patients and families in the critical care setting. The Assistant Director of Nursing, Operating Room supports the application of new knowledge and innovation to advance critical care nursing in the Level 1 Trauma Center Operating Room. The Assistant Director of Nursing, Operating Room, in collaboration with the Nursing Director and Perioperative Services Leadership Team, uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily operations of the Level 1 Trauma Center Operating Room to ensure adequate resources are available to meet the critical care needs of the community.At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Nursing Director to provide leadership for nursing staff and the inter-professional patient care team to support high quality care of critically ill patients and families.
• Collaborates with the Nursing Director to provide the personnel, workplace, and technology resources necessary for the provision of safe, high quality patient and family care.
• Assists with the application of new knowledge and innovation to advance improvements at the department level.
• Assists to effectively manage the department operating budget, identifies and recommends capital expenditures, and plans new programs or services.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree BSN required and 3-5 years experience Clinical nursing experience and progressive experience in leadership roles. or
  • Master's Degree preferred A master's degree in nursing may be accepted in lieu of a BSN.
  • One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
  • One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
  • RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
  • Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Required Upon Hire
  • Specialty Certification PreferredBenefits at Children's MercyThe benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.Starting PayOur pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $49.25/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.Remote Work/Work from HomeThis position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.EEO Employer/Disabled/VetChildren's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.Our commitment to Diversity & InclusionCM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.
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