Director, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Essential Responsibilities

·         Provide 24-hour operational and clinical
oversight of the Progressive Care Unit.

·         Develop departmental goals aligned with
organizational objectives.

·         Ensure safe staffing, scheduling, and
productivity.

·         Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality
improvement initiatives.

·         Maintain compliance with accreditation,
regulatory, and organizational standards.

·         Collaborate with physicians and
interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.

·         Oversee department budgets, resource
utilization, and capital equipment planning.

·         Promote a culture of patient safety,
accountability, and continuous improvement.

·         Serve as a clinical resource and assist with
patient care when necessary.

·         Develop policies, procedures, and evidence-based
practice standards.

Leadership & Team Development

·         Recruit, hire, onboard, mentor, and retain
high-performing staff.

·         Conduct performance evaluations and coaching.

·         Support employee engagement, recognition, and
professional development.

·         Ensure staff complete required education and
competencies.

·         Lead department meetings and communicate
organizational initiatives.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

·         Monitor quality indicators and patient
satisfaction metrics.

·         Participate in accreditation surveys and
regulatory readiness.

·         Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection
prevention, safety, and labor regulations.

·         Investigate incidents and implement corrective
action plans.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
MSN preferred.

·         Minimum three years of acute care nursing
experience.

·         Minimum two years of progressive leadership
experience.

·         Current Registered Nurse license in the state of
employment.

·         BLS and ACLS required; specialty certification
preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·         Strong leadership, communication, conflict
resolution, budgeting, and analytical skills.

·         Knowledge of regulatory requirements and
evidence-based nursing practice.

·         Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a
fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

·         Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift as
required in a clinical environment.

·         May be exposed to infectious diseases and other
healthcare-related hazards; appropriate PPE is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

·         We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are
committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by
applicable law.