Nurse Manager

Nurse ManagerThe Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.Here is what we offer:Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health supportWork-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangementsFinancial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company matchProfessional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement pathsAdditional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company cultureJoin Howard University and thrive with us!The Nurse Manager will be responsible for the following:Assumes responsibility and accountability for the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Student Health Center. Including clinic scheduling, daily monitoring, and flow management of patientsManages staff, clinical orientations, education, competencies, quality improvement, staff meetings, and communication, as well as annual performance evaluations. Establishes, role-models, and upholds the standards of practice and expectations for the staff, monitoring performance, behaviors, and competency, and conducts performance reviews. Set objectives and goals for skill development of the clinical team.Provide clinical oversight to clinical support staff.Oversees clinical inventory ordering and monitoring.May be required to provide case management for a specialized group of patients.Consistently evaluates current clinical and operational processes and procedures and identifies and implements areas of improvement.Oversees time and attendance for clinic staff.Provision of clinical nursing care for patients when staffing requires nursing support.Monitor patient and clinic flow and help to facilitate expedited service when requiredServes as the point of contact and communicates professionally with management, providers, patients, staff, external vendors, and campus partners.Ensures and monitors staff participation in patient triage as part of the delivery care model to optimize the patient experience and outcomes.Actively leads and encourages staff participation in continuous improvement efforts, DMAICs, and shared governance. Operationalize the strategic plan for their department.Assists the staff in establishing and maintaining positive, constructive communication in a collaborative model between all clinic areas.Identifies and monitors resources necessary for safe delivery of patient care, including labor, equipment, and facilities in the department.Recruitment and hiring of operational and clinical support staff.Skills Required:Demonstrates strong leadership skills and effective communication, both oral and written.Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with providers, patients, parents, staff, and external vendors.Expert knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and skills, as well as performance improvement principles.Demonstrates the ability to function independently.Demonstrates experience in using good judgment in working with diverse populations. Demonstrates the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.Strategic vision and agility- the ability to think strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends, and incorporate them into the organizational plan.Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-through skillsAbility to multitask constantly, react to changes quickly/productively, and tolerate interruptions.High Level of Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word applicationsAbility to remain flexible, organized, professional, and able to analyze and make sound decisions independently under stressful or crisis situations.QualificationsBaccalaureate Degree in Nursing required, Master's Degree preferred,3-5 years of RN experience in an outpatient primary care setting1-3 years of supervisory experienceCurrent District of Columbia nursing licenseCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate through the American Heart AssociationCertification in leadership within 1 year of eligibilityPreferred ExperienceAt least 5 years of RN experience in an outpatient settingPrevious clinical leadership roleFamiliar with PDSA and DMAIC improvement planningAAANC board certificationCompliance Salary Range DisclosureExpected Pay Range: $111,818 - $119,000