Manager Clinical Operations-CVTU/CSDU

Major Responsibilities Planning, management, implementation and evaluation of operations/services to ensure quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness. Participates in short and long term planning. Analyzes and plans for the needs of the area. Establishes staffing requirements. Plans for the appropriate utilization of human resources. Monitors quality of patient care and patient satisfaction; oversees implementation of measures to improve both. Facilitates care delivery in conjunction with the patient focused model. Supports and facilitates case management practice in conjunction with Advocate Christ Medical Center protocols. Develops and implements policies and procedures to assure effective and efficient operations consistent with Christ/Advocate Health Care philosophy, policies, and procedures. Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards, i.e., federal, state, city, Accrediting Organization, IDPH, DNV and all hospital policies and procedures. Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives. Develops and incorporates Performance Improvement projects. Ensures that standards of practice are developed, implemented, and evaluated in conjunction with monitoring and evaluation activities within the area. Responsible for the selection, development, motivation and evaluation of staff. Recruits, selects, mentors and motivates direct reports to achieve departmental, professional and personal goals and objectives. Ensures that all staff is evaluated and performance reviews are completed in a timely manner. Coordinates recruitment activities. Facilitates and promotes retention strategies. Assesses educational needs of the staff and facilitates educational opportunities. Assists individuals with identifying professional goals and provides opportunities to achieve those goals. Ensures an adequate orientation program for staff. Implements and coordinates disciplinary procedures. Monitors and facilitates the resolution of performance and/or other employee relations issues. Facilitates staff meetings relating to unit, divisional, hospital and corporate activities. Ensures Associate Satisfaction issues are addressed. Budget Administration Plans and administers an annual budget, and monitors budgetary expenditures, reports and justifies variances on an ongoing basis. Assures efficient utilization of staff, supplies maintained in the area. Identifies inventory levels and costs of supplies maintained in the area. Develops new and expanding program proposals with cost/budget implications. Completes forecasting for upcoming and long‑term budgets. Develops major equipment purchase proposals. Assists with the development of feasibility studies. Relationship Management Networks with professionals at other health care facilities for clinical standards. Coordinates activities with various other hospital departments to ensure patient satisfaction as well as cost‑effectiveness. Provides support for patient/family and/or significant other in adjustment to disability. Demonstrates compliance with professional ethical codes of conduct and the Advocate Ethical Code of Conduct Policy and Procedure. Collaborates with physicians, management and other health care professionals to assure delivery of quality care, patient satisfaction and continual use of area service. Actively participates in hospital committees and projects (PI projects, hospital projects, etc.) Networks with peers to assure that administrative and clinical standards integrate with department and hospital services. Professional Development Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, educational events, internal and external resources and internal/external networking. Maintains memberships in professional and community organizations. Participates in activities to enhance professional growth through involvement in professional organizations and continuing education. Completes required contact hours based on FTE status within timeframe. Licensure: Nurse, Registered (RN) Education/Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree requirement (BA, BS, BSN, etc.) Qualifications 2 years of previous management experience focused in Intensive Care services. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Organizational & planning delegation skills, Team Building skills, Communication skills, Demonstrates leadership attributes, Results oriented with concern for appropriate process, CPR, Professional Registered Nurse. Prior Experience With Various Age Groups Is Preferred. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions Ability to travel locally as well as long distance travel. Ability to work within stressful conditions and difficult situations. Resilient and flexible in a changing environment. May be exposed to hazardous material and life‑threatening diseases. Ability to cooperate and work with others. Ability to make sound and timely decisions. May be required to participate in community services programs. This position will need to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups and patients treated, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging. General Statement This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocate Health Care