Accountable for the standard of care at the facility, providing consultations and expertise in the delivery of care and safety to patients. Serve as a clinical and service resource to nursing staff and other staff as assigned. Manage the activities of staff, coordinating safe and appropriate care between departments and disciplines. Manage and evaluate work activities of nursing, technical, clerical, service or maintenance staff for the unit, work group and other facility staff as directed. Analyze information/situation to choose the best solutions to solve problems. Keeps the Director of Nursing and Administration informed on matters that substantial to the facility. Responsible for recruitment, hiring and training of all staff. Identify the educational needs of staff and develop training programs. Perform administrative or managerial functions such as planning, payroll, budgets and related. Performs other duties as needed Performs direct patient care as needed.