Clinical Manager; RN Inpatient Rehab Unit

Clinical Manager (RN) Inpatient Rehab Unit / Full-Time at Christus Health summary:

The Clinical Manager (RN) oversees clinical services in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, collaborating with leadership to develop and maintain quality care and educational programs. This role requires strong nursing and leadership skills, experience in clinical and administrative management, and the ability to facilitate interdisciplinary teamwork. The position demands a registered nurse license, relevant certifications, and progressive experience in clinical and management roles within medical/surgical services.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Manager is responsible for management of clinical services in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit (IRU). Works closely with the Director and Medical Staff leadership to develop, implement, and maintain clinical and educational programs that enhance the quality of care and achieve a high level of patient and provider satisfaction.

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license. BLS issued through American Heart Association, and other certification as applicable to area. National certification in area of expertise is preferred.

SKILLS: Strong clinical and leadership skills and previous management experience including experience in facilitating interdisciplinary team collaboration. Evidence of such experience should include:

• Strong nursing knowledge and clinical skills
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to problem solve; ability to appropriately confront issues
• Ability to motivate others as individuals and as a team
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and manage the activities of others
• Ability to effectively run meetings and to negotiate deadlines.
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences
• Experience in dealing with physicians on an administrative level and ability to work collaboratively with medical staff members and leadership

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years experience in clinical role in medical/surgical services.

Two years progressive management experience.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Director, Patient Care Services

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen A

Works in a clean, well-lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Subject to stressful professional relationships. Working hours vary, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. Requires the ability to speak, listen, develop and communicate written materials. Ability to lift 50lbs.

Keywords:

clinical manager, inpatient rehabilitation, registered nurse, healthcare management, patient care services, medical staff leadership, clinical programs, nursing management, rehabilitation unit, healthcare administration