JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Clinician HM9913

Job Purpose

The Clinician is a highly developed role model of professional nursing practice with focused expertise and

accountabilities in one or more of the following: expert clinical practice, teaching/development, and/or evidence

based practice. This role partners with management in the achievement of a culture of excellence in professional

nursing practice and patient care. The Clinician, under the direction of the Unit Director or Department Manager,

assists in the completion of employee evaluations, selection and hiring of staff, and in performance management.

The Clinician has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the

use of the nursing process. The Clinician, in collaboration with other health care professionals, applies superior

clinical knowledge and skills to achieve quality patient care outcomes. The Clinician is responsible for providing

service-based education and clinical expertise for staff including orientation and training, consultation on practice

issues and general coordination of clinical activities on a shift basis. They must demonstrate the knowledge and

skills to provide care that is relevant to patients under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and

development over the life span. The Clinician also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data

needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs. The Clinician demonstrates

a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.

Minimum Requirements

Demonstrated competence as a Professional Staff Nurse.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact

appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below. They must also

demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to

assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each

patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the

department policy and procedures.

Minimum 3 years experience.

BSN required/MSN or CNL preferred.

Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-

physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.

Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities

and specialized equipment.

Exemplary clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem solving abilities required as related to

various aspects of patient care.

Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.

Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of

patients

Licensure/Certification: Basic Life Support OR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.

National Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Transformational Leadership

Serves as a leader in clinical nursing practice, identifying patient and staff focused opportunities for improvement and

leading the change process. Identifies, educates and supports the psychological and learning needs of staff during

change and transition. Practices participatory leadership and is an active member of shared leadership at the unit,

facility or system level. Assumes formal leadership responsibilities for one or more of the following: quality

improvement, evidence based practice, GN or new hire on-boarding. Assists the Unit/Department Leader with the peer

review process.

Professional Practice

Applies nursing knowledge and skills within the framework of Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process to

meet the clinical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Practices solid verbal and written

communication skills, and is able to articulate and translate the patient¿s condition to other care providers and to

negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices. Patient documentation is

comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Demonstrates critical thinking in the analysis of

clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care. Incorporates

national professional organization as well as business unit and health system¿s goals to improve patient safety, quality

and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused

experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues. Disseminates new knowledge and

innovations through presentations, posters, and publications.

Structural Empowerment

Demonstrates interest in the development of others and positively impacts the lives of patients/families, peers, and

members of the healthcare team through mentoring, education, and knowledge sharing. Actively participates in the

role of preceptor for student nurses, nurse interns, graduate and experienced nurses and assists with the development

of new preceptors in their role. Mentors and role models quest for continuous learning through formal education and

the development of others.

Seeks opportunities to share expertise with other members of the healthcare team within and beyond the clinical

unit/department.

Quality & Innovation

Demonstrates knowledge of performance improvement tools and techniques. Continuously improves the quality of

care and the work environment of outcomes and the integration of research and best practices into daily work. Shares

learning from improvements with other units and/or spreads across the business unit or system.

Healthy Workforce

Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by building teams and relationships

through mentoring and modeling uplifting and positive communication. Coaches colleagues on cultural diversity and

addresses workplace horizontal violence and impairment. Demonstrates accountability to self and others for safe work

hours, time management and healthy lifestyles.

Standard Responsibilities

Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*Indicates a non-essential job responsibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Unit Director (HM2055)

Job Purpose

The Unit Director maintains 24-hour accountability for leading and managing the human resources, clinical,

financial and administrative operations of an assigned area in order to continuously improve the quality of patient

care and create a healthy workplace for staff in collaboration with organizational leadership.

Minimum Requirements

BSN required at time of hire or transfer into position.

Masters degree in Nursing or related health care field required, either at time of hire/transfer, or must be enrolled

in a program within one year of hire/transfer date and completed within three years of enrollment. (i.e. public

health, informational technology, administration, etc.)

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact

appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.

They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess

the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to

identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as

described in the department policy and procedures.

Minimum of 4 years of progressive leadership experience required with relevant clinical experience preferred.

Analytical ability necessary to evaluate staff, address and improve clinical issues and devise solutions to complex

problems.

Leadership ability to develop staff, establish and maintain standards of performance within a national context for

professional nursing practice and comply with administrative requirements.

Superior interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to effectively create relationships to support a healing

environment with patients, families, staff, physicians and hospital personnel including senior management in both

written and verbal communication.

Licensure/Certification:

Registered Nurse

Responsibilities

Transformational Leadership

Demonstrates the ability to create a shared vision applies critical thinking skills and utilizes financial and quality

data and conceptual knowledge in the development of the department vision and operational plan. Involves staff

and key stakeholders in the development of a vision for the unit/ department within a shared governance model of

practice. Orchestrates complex change and acknowledges the psychological transition on self and others. Involves

stakeholders and experts in planning, designing, and redesigning change. Uses appropriate interpersonal styles

and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one/s own behavior to accommodate tasks,

situations and individual involved. Supports staff during times of difficult transitions. Demonstrates ability to

influence the external environment through participation in professional and advocacy organizations.

Professional Practice

Establishes a culture of caring by promoting decisions that are patient centered and within the framework of

Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process that meets the clinical, psychological and spiritual needs of the

patient, family and staff. Ensures that nurses practice in accordance with established Clinical Standards of

Performance as defined by organization, system, professional and regulatory organizations. Applies national best

practices and uses evidence based practice to build a culture of excellence in patient care. Promotes

interdisciplinary partnership and consultation of hospital staff and health care team through participation in

committees and related activities to ensure appropriate care and services for patients and families. Sets clinical,

financial, and human resources priorities for improvement in concert with organizational goals. Demonstrates

sound fiscal responsibility in the development and management of the department budget and holds staff

accountable for the efficient use of resources including but not limited to managing flexible staffing patterns to

meet patient care needs.

Structural Empowerment

Sets high standards of performance for self and others by imposing standards of excellence and development of

inquiry skills that are innovative, optimistic, and supportive of professional growth. Creates developmental paths

and plans for staff to increase the expertise and caliber of staff. Initiates innovation in staff development, clinical

orientation, continuing education, and supports specialty certification. Develops a best practice climate for the

growth and development of students as well as new nurses. Actively recruits nursing students through the

establishment of exceptional clinical experiences. Supports shared governance through a unit-based professional

practice council and utilization of staff feedback to make changes to improve care, nursing practice, and /or the

work.

Quality & Innovation

Collaborates with medical staff to monitor patient outcomes; set clinical quality priorities, recommend and

implement professional improvements and initiatives and implement unit based patient safety initiatives. Monitors

dashboard indicators and quality in unit/department to meet organizational goals and develops action plans to

address specific concerns and improve quality. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to support

improvement in clinical care. Shares learning from improvements with other units and/or spreads across the

business unit or system. Analyzes nurse and patient satisfaction outcome data and develops action plan to address

as needed. Supports and encourages involvement of staff nurses in the development and implementation of

evidence based practice and quality improvement initiatives.

Healthy Workforce

Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by building teams and

relationships through mentoring and modeling uplifting and positive communication. Resolves and manages

conflict effectively and in a timely manner. Extends trust by acknowledging the contributions of others; listens

first, creates transparency in communications, confronts reality, and clarifies expectations. Cares for patients and

self by planning a department work schedule in collaboration with team members that supports safety, appropriate

worked hours, and a healthy lifestyle. Conveys information and ideas clearly through a variety of media to

individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Coaches staff on cultural diversity and addresses workplace horizontal violence and impairment. Creates an

environment which recognizes and values differences in staff, physicians, patients, and communities.

Standard Responsibilities

Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*Indicates a non-essential job responsibility.