Assistant Nurse Manager I

Assistant Nurse Manager IThe Practice Manager manages, directs and coordinates ambulatory/physician office operations to provide cost-effective, quality patient care service.Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs. Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs. Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions. Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options. Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsCoordinates staffing needs and reviews coverage on a daily basis to meet patient care requirements.Assists with the clinical evaluation of team members, completes written clinical performance evaluations and conducts timely team member assessments.Participates in the hiring and evaluation of potential team members.Monitors compliance with certifications, licenses and required education for team members.Assists in the coordination and participates in the delivery of patient care ensuring compliance with physician orders and established policies, procedures and standards of practice.Performs direct patient care activities as required to meet operational needs.Interfaces with patients and families to provide instruction, promote participation in patient care and to coordinate nursing activities.Plans and evaluates compliance with organizational, regulatory policies and procedures.Designs, implements and evaluates nursing models to improve the quality of service.Utilizes evidenced based, quality clinical nursing practice consistent with nursing research, organizational and national practice standards.Expresses ideas clearly and effectively in verbal and written communication to team members and groups.Embraces, communicates and promotes change.Utilizes effective fiscal management skills with financial resources.Contributes to the strategic and financial planning of the unit/department.Cultivates exemplary customer service throughout the unit/department.Facilitates and supports team member involvement in professional and organizational activities.Demonstrates professional accountability by maintaining proficiency in assigned role and involvement in professional organizations.Identifies issues arising from individual differences and develops awareness of those issues in nursing staff, medical staff and other health care providers.Advocates on behalf of the nursing staff to represent the concerns of patients, families and staff.Holds self and others accountable to Orlando Health's mission, vision and values.Performs all other duties as assigned by the nursing operations manager or designee.Manages various human resources functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and performance counseling.Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.Other Related FunctionsKnowledge of risk management conceptsParticipates in Process Improvement activities as assignedAble to interpret the appropriate information need to identif each patient's requirements relative to their age specific needs and to provide nursing care needed as described in the unit/department's policies and procedures.QualificationsEducation/TrainingDiploma or Associate of Science in Nursing.Licensure/CertificationMaintains current RN license in the State of Florida.Maintains current BLS; as determined by specialty area ACLS, PALS, NALS, or TNCC is required.ExperienceTwo (2) years' experience as a registered nurse in an acute care setting.