Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) - Telemetry RN

Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) - Telemetry RN

Sun City, CA $144,399 - $170,399 a year

Full Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Assistant Nurse Manager to lead and support our telemetry unit within a well-established healthcare facility serving the Pacific Northwest region. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing care while fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, mentor, and advocate for both patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, including adherence to infection control standards.
• Engage with patients and families to uphold service excellence and address concerns promptly to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively and professionally, resolving conflicts as they arise.
• Participate in policy development and decision-making processes to promote evidence-based nursing practices.
• Ensure unit accountability by meeting quality, operational, financial, and regulatory goals.
• Advocate for patients by coordinating care across multiple healthcare disciplines and facilitating seamless service integration.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize workflow, patient flow, and throughput.
• Assist in recruitment, selection, and retention of nursing personnel, addressing ethical considerations and respecting individual rights.
• Manage staffing and scheduling to align with patient needs, staff competencies, and scope of practice.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement projects and attend relevant committees.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct appraisals as needed.
• Contribute to budget development and monitor productivity standards.
• Promote a healthy work environment that minimizes occupational illness and injury.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and development.
• Demonstrate ability to pronounce expired patients and perform administrative supervisory duties when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of registered nursing experience, including at least two years in acute care or a similar setting.
• At least one year of recent charge nurse or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of nursing scope of practice, nursing process, and individualized care planning.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to seek resources and solve problems.
• Competent in assessing nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families.
• Proficient with computer systems and adaptable to new software.
• Capable of providing direct patient care.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with seven years of RN experience may be considered in lieu of BSN.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current RN licensure in the relevant state is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.
• National certification in specialty area is preferred.
• Required certifications vary by unit and may include Oncology Nursing Society chemotherapy and biotherapy provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), NIH Stroke Scale, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), and others as applicable.

Additional Information

All candidates must successfully complete a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to excellence in patient care within a vibrant regional community.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc