Manager

Ambulatory Clinical Nurse Manager

This is for our new primary care office on South Main Street opening up slated for June or July. Looking for someone with experience starting up a practice. Work with Practice Manager alongside a project manager to get the practice up and running (furniture IT equipment etc.). Six providers expected to see anywhere from 16 - 18 pts/day. Two APRNs expected to see anywhere from 12 - 14 pts/day. Hiring appropriate number of clinical staff members to meet the needs of the department. Involved in hiring/firing of staff alongside Director. Nursing ratio - 1:2 - could be aiming for 3:4. Other staffing numbers: six MAs PSRs: four-five depending on workload. Practice open M - F 8am - 5pm.

As a member of the clinical nursing leadership team and in collaboration with Practice Managers the Ambulatory Clinical Nurse Manager will demonstrate 24-hour accountability for clinical operational human resources and financial management of the EPN/S practice(s). The Ambulatory Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible for the management of the nursing and clinical support staff in the EPN/S Practice(s) and is accountable for the delivery of high-quality patient care in a work environment conducive to learning professional growth accountability and autonomy.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Clinical Management: Ensure department is functioning in accordance with regulatory agencies state statutes and practice standards i.e. DNV OSHA CMS HIPAA. Champion the values of the Elliot Health System (EHS) Professional Practice Model and use the Elliots nursing theory to guide all dimensions of nursing practice. Collaborate with Nursing Leadership as needed to develop implement and monitor departmental educational programs.
• Operations Management: Foster participation in the development and implementation of annual departmental goals and objectives which are consistent with those of Elliot Health System and in collaboration with the Ambulatory Nursing Director Practice Manager and other members of the health care team. Collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to develop implement and evaluate quality management activities consistent with national benchmarking and public reporting.
• Human Resources Management: In conjunction with Human Resources Department interview and select candidates for employment. Initiate and approve personnel activities including but not limited to hiring transferring assigning rewarding disciplining and terminating with the support of the Director as needed. Consistent with the principles of TeamSTEPPS foster positive interdisciplinary communications and teamwork. Support the shared governance structure and staff involvement in committees projects educational programs and unit goals.
• Financial Management: Collaborate with the Practice Manager to prepare annual departmental budget including projected office visits revenues staffing plans operating expenses and capital related requests. Involve staff and medical staff when possible. Monitor and report monthly financials identify variances and recommend improvements to the Practice Managers. Monitor approve and submit complete and accurate payroll for the clinical staff.
• Professional Development: Develop and maintain currency in leadership and management knowledge and skills. Demonstrate active involvement in hospital and/or nursing committees. Maintain membership in a professional organization and/or local community organizations and boards.

Position qualifications:

• BSN or higher in Nursing required. Graduate of an accredited or NLN approved RN program required. Master's degree in nursing or a healthcare related field preferred.
• Current registration in the State of New Hampshire as a Registered Nurse required. BLS required within 6 weeks of hire.
• A minimum of three (3) years of recent ambulatory clinical experience preferred. Previous management or leadership experience preferred. Previous experience setting up a practice from the ground up preferred.

What Elliot Health System Has to Offer:

• Health dental prescription and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• And more!

Work Schedule: 1 Elliot Health System is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation disability status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.