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.