Assistant Nurse Manager - Surgery Job Hermiston area,Oregon USA,Nursing

Overview

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!

Min $ Max $

Schedule:

M-F

Facility:
Surgery

This position assists Department Director to direct, monitor and control the operation and productivity of the unit by collaborating with all hospital personnel, medical staff and the general public. Provides input to the Department Director in areas of budgeting, NIAHO/ISO standards compliance and policies and procedure development. Actively participates in performance improvement, staff scheduling and time card approval. Assistant Nurse Manager assumes duties of Department Director during absences.

Demonstrates clinical expertise and provides direct and indirect patient care as outlined in the Registered Nurse job description. Incumbent provides leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel management within the department. Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent’s immediate Director.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversees the operations of the unit on assigned shift in absence of Director to ensure smooth and efficient patient care. Assures appropriate patient assignments relative to caseload and staff. Completes daily rounding on patients and staff to ensure quality care.

Performs duties to ensure patient and employee satisfaction while promoting safety and retention.

Assists with clinical expertise for unit staff and physicians.

Coordinates quality initiatives and process improvements.

Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.

Assists with selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention of employees.

Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities.

Assists in the development of the operational and capital budget and ensures optimal productivity for the department.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of organization with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating core leader behaviors.

Working Conditions:

Inside environment; may be exposed to infection, contagious disease, hazardous materials and equipment; may be subjected to combative patients; variable noise levels.

Physical Demands/Traits:
Must be able to perceive sounds, communicate effectively, see objects, reach, grasp, handle, manipulate, and lift up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.

Expectations/Competencies:

Helps with planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing process.

Promotes patient/family centered care appropriate to the patient population.

Builds and retains a talented workforce by developing, engaging and empowering personnel to fulfill their potential and the Good Shepherd Vision.

Collaborates as an integrated team through Shared Governance.

Contributes to strategic program growth, development and organizational change.

Accountable for achieving organizational and financial goals to support Mission, Vision, and Values.

Achieves quality outcomes through a performance improvement process.

Responsible for self-development and supports a learning environment.

Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management.

Collaborates with staff to oversee quality initiatives and care using evidence-based practice and research.

Accountable for ensuring regulatory standards are met.

Qualifications

Experience and Knowledge:

3 years progressive clinical and management experience
Demonstrates ability to facilitate change, with excellent communication and organization skills
Demonstrates skills in human relations and resource management
Evidence of ability to provide exceptional clinical and administrative nursing leadership
Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed therapies
Proficiency with PC and computer applications

Education Requirements:

BSN desired; ADN with experience will be considered

License Requirements:

Current RN license in the State of Oregon

BLS/ACLS/PALS

40 Hours USD $/Yr. USD $/Yr. 01-3210 Surgery - Hospital Day

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