Nurse Manager - RN Floors: 2F Telemetry, 3F Medical Surgical

Job Description

Functions of Position:

Demonstrates thorough knowledge and adherence to the policies and procedures. Holds staff accountable.

Participates with the development and maintenance of department policy and procedure manual, utilizing current standards of patient care, nursing practice and scope of service.

Develops and maintains a current unit specific policy and procedure manual (when applicable).

Assures that policies and procedures are developed based upon current standards of patient care, nursing practice and scope of service.

Consistently addresses conflicts, employee problems and effectively counsels staff.

Possesses knowledge and compliance to JCAHO standards and State and Federal regulations.

Plans, implements, and reports QI activities

Assures maintenance of unit facilities and equipment.

Identifies own learning needs and seeks opportunity for self growth and professional enhancement.

Demonstrates financial awareness of department by making sure charge stickers are placed on charge cards, staff utilizes time wisely and does not work beyond assigned shift unless necessary, and unit equipment is not lost or damaged by mishandling.

Maintains rapport with physicians, patient and families, promoting positive interpersonal relationships.

Adapts to changing priorities; utilizes time effectively.

Develops staffing schedules which meet the acuity and complexity of the patient population.

Demonstrates good judgment in staffing needs, making adjustments as needed.

Makes patient rounds.

Functions as a patient advocate, clinical resource and role model for staff.

Develops and maintains staff orientation and training program, clinical competency, at the time of hire and on an ongoing basis.

Participates with recruitment, selection and retention of staff, disciplinary action and termination.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:

Graduate from an approved school of nursing; BSN required.

Possess current licensure by Missouri State Board of Nursing.

Minimum of 2 years of recent management or leadership experience preferred.

Full-time