Clinical Nurse Manager Ortho/Med Surg

Clinical Nurse Manager

Ortho/Med Surg and Observation

Good Shepherd Hospital

Major Responsibilities:

Develops, implements & evaluates standards of nursing practice to assure quality care.

1)Maintains efficient & effective departmental operations

2)Ensures that work schedule is planned, implemented & monitored according to policy

3)Ensures the availability of necessary supplies & equipment

4)Facilitates smooth coordination of department services with other departments

5)Participates in case management activities to facilitate quality patient outcomes

6)Collaborates with care coordinators & team members to identify & resolve issues that affect patients and the care team.

7)Identifies internal and external customers needs& ensures provision of services to meet those needs

Preparation, administration & monitoring of departmental budget to ensure personnel, facilities & materials are at desired level

1)Determines appropriate operating expense budget

2)Monitors expenses

3)Adjusts staffing to meet budget requirements

4)Monitors productivity of staff to assure budgetary compliance

5)Gives input into capital requests for the Division

6)Assists in evaluation of products that would affect budget and/or clinical staff

Provides safe environment for patients and staff.

1)Monitors & assesses department safety

2)Reviews policy & procedures for clinical competency

3)Maintains infection control, regulatory, OSHA & Accrediting Organization guidelines

Develops staffing plans & schedules to ensure appropriate staffing.

1)interviews & hires new staff

2)assess acuity & complexity of patients to determine appropriate staffing levels

3)monitors productivity & overtime

Participates in the development of staff in order to assure competency.

1)Collaborates with CNS/educator in providing orientation of new staff

2)Conducts timely performance evaluations

3)Provides coaching, counseling & disciplinary actions as appropriate

4)Terminates employees with approval of Clinical Director & HR

5)Determines need for in-service/education for appropriate staff development

6)Holds appropriate staff meetings to disseminate information/assures information

7)Acts as role model for staff behaviors

8)Promotes critical thinking skills in staff by acting as a resource & mentor

Fosters team building, peer support & respect

1)Collaborates with physicians , staff & other health team members to assure delivery of quality care

2)Fosters an atmosphere of empowerment

3)Supports effective decision making

4)Supports staff through change by role model behaviors

5)Participates in programs that have impact on morale, image, & working conditions

6)Pariticipates in the Orthopedic Service Line to enhance the quality of care provided to patients.

Promotes Continuous Quality Improvement

1)Identifies projects

2)Collects appropriate data

3)Develops corrective action

4)Actively promotes and involves staff in CQI process

Maintains personal & professional grown & development

1)Develops goals for educational development with input from Clinical Director

2)Attends workshops, seminars & professional organizational meetings both internally & externally to stay abreast of current clinical & managerial issues.

Licensure:

Nurse, Registered (RN)

Education/Experience Required:

BSN preferred or BS in related health care field (Masters preferred) 2 years progressive management experience 4+ years appropriate clinical skills

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Appropriate clinical skills Basic management Good communication skills Team building skills Basic computer knowledge

Current licensure in state of Illinois CPR

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints Resiliency & flexibility to deal with a changing environment Ability to work weekend, etc to meet departmental needs Ability to travel (local) May be exposed to hazardous & life-threatening diseases.

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.



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