RN Shift Manager - OB/Nursery

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, where compassionate care and professional growth are valued. This role as a Nursing Shift Manager (NSM) is perfect for a Registered Nurse ready to take on leadership responsibilities during shifts in the Obstetrics and Nursery units.

General Summary

The NSM oversees unit operations during their shift, ensuring patient safety and quality care are top priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established policies for patient safety, including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications.
• Monitor and coach staff compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain central lines and prevent surgical site infections according to protocols.
• Deliver quality nursing care, including medication administration, interventions, and patient/family education.
• Support quality initiatives by participating in monitoring activities and process improvements.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments to ensure safety and quality outcomes.
• Review and co-sign assessments completed by LPN staff, providing feedback to enhance performance.
• Use critical thinking to identify and address areas needing improvement in patient care.
• Guide and direct patient care staff to meet quality goals and ensure patient satisfaction.
• Document patient care activities and quality monitoring accurately and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, team members, patients, and families to improve outcomes and experience.
• Handle service recovery and follow-up on patient care concerns professionally.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Adapt positively to healthcare dynamics and support organizational mission and values.
• Provide professional feedback to staff to promote nursing practice development.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school is required. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.

Experience

At least one year of registered nursing experience is preferred.

Certification and Licensure

• Current RN license in the state or Compact Licensure.
• Graduate nurses must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

Mental and Physical Requirements

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, as well as occasional encounters with hostile individuals. Minimal physical discomfort is expected.