Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) - Operating Room, Full Time

Assistant Nurse ManagerStart the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) assists the Nurse Manager in the management of day-to-day patient care services, and supports Associates who are providing patient care to ensure the best clinical outcomes. The ANM is part of the unit-based leadership team under the direction of the Nurse Manager. The ANM adheres to the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare while demonstrating a commitment to quality service to patient, physicians, peers, and the community.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Provides direct oversight of clinical care delivery in collaboration with the Nurse Manager to ensure patient quality targets are met; as well as safe, effective, and efficient care of patients.Provides shift leadership for unit to ensure 24/7 coverage with Nurse Manager and other ANMs.Ensures daily and shift staffing resources are adjusted to meet patient care needs.Creates and reassesses patient assignments to ensure they are consistent with Associates' state licensure and scope of practice.Completes purposeful rounding on Associates and patients daily, including off-shifts.Ensures completion of daily regulatory and safety tasks and requirements.Serves as a liaison between physicians, other departments, patients, visitors, and families to resolve concerns.Assists the Nurse Manager in verifying that Associates receive required education.Participates in and facilitates new Associate department orientation, education, and evaluation.Reviews, monitors, and documents competencies and compliance to performance expectations.Provides feedback during annual performance evaluation reviews in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.Administers Records of Conference (ROC) for attendance and initial ROC's after discussion with Nurse Manager.Serves as a resource and mentor to unit staff.Provides feedback to staff regarding opportunities for improvement to practice.Delivers unit communication and facilitates shift huddle.Works in collaboration with Associates to implement and monitor the achievement of Patient Satisfaction and Experience, Quality, and Safety targets.Participates in the interview process for Associate selection.Participates in action plans related to AOS results for Associate engagement.Performs all essential functions and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse, as indicated in the Registered Nurse job description.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school required.Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required.AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hireCertification within clinical area of responsibility preferred.Minimum of two years' staff nurse experience required.MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.*Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.Compensation Pay Range: $47.93 - $71.90