Assistant Nurse Manager Acute Care West Doan

Scope of Position: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's (OSUWMC) mission is focused on integrating quality patient care, education, teaching and research. The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) assists the Nurse Manager in leading a team of care providers to provide patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The ANM promotes a healthy work environment for the team while cultivating collaboration, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services utilizing the Nursing Professional Practice Model. Care is directed towards the achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient and family involvement in his/her own plan of care, increasing efficiency and decreasing costs.

Position Summary: The ANM assists with the planning, organization, direction and evaluation of patient care operations for a designated area(s) on a 24-hour basis as required. The ANM is key in operationalizing the Medical Center's mission, vision, values and goals and assists in creating an environment that supports the nursing professional practice model. The ANM contributes to the ongoing operations of the Nursing Department. The ANM, under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, assists in managing, guiding, coaching, and evaluating the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area. Ongoing collaboration with other patient care departments/areas that relate directly or indirectly to patient care operations and services is essential.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in nursing

Additional Education Desired

Master's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in nursing

Required Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in nursing required, Masters in Nursing or related field is preferred. Current Ohio RN license. Two to three years of clinical experience in patient care setting required. Holds a current certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise; or certification must be achieved within the timeline of eligibility. Prior demonstration of leadership skills and related responsibilities.

11 West Doan is 27-bed unit in the Acute Care Department. We care for a wide variety of patients. However, we specialize in patients with medical issues that range from acutely ill to long term illness and disease management.On our unit, nurses work directly with attending physicians to deliver optimal care in a team-centered environment. 11 West Doan is a wonderful place to learn and grow. Our nursing practice is staff-driven through our Unit Leadership Committee and Evidence-Based Practice.Our team is passionate about staff development and advancement.