Patient Care Manager - Acute Medicine - Exempt/Salaried Opportunity

Position Highlights Unit 5300 Acute Care Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (South Campus) 25-Beds BSN required Salaried/Exempt position scheduled 40 hours a week Monday - Friday (Days) 2-5 years nursing supervisory experience preferred 5-10 years RN work experience preferred Benefit eligible on first day of month following start date 401K The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring high quality patient care, and leading a team of nurses and healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills and foster a positive work environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. The Acute Medicine Unit at BJH provides high-quality care for patients experiencing acute medical conditions, working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver timely and effective treatment. Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s staff is composed of full‑time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Nurses in Acute Care Medicine manage patients with a full range of clinical issues—from significant blood dyscrasias, advanced endocrine pathology, heart and renal failure, GI conditions, infectious diseases, asthma and a multitude of other conditions and diseases. Because of our patient acuity, we provide advanced training to bring new nurses to the highest level of functioning. Each unit is led by a clinical manager and lead charge nurse. The unit is supported by an advanced practice nurse. Additionally each unit is assigned a case manager, social worker, physical therapist, dietitian, and pharmacist. This multidisciplinary team works in conjunction with the physicians, nurses and patient care technicians to provide quality patient care. Role Purpose Responsible for the operational and clinical management of a designated patient care unit(s) on a 24‑hour basis. Oversees a span of control and financial responsibility of > 72 FTEs supervised + > $2.5 million in total expenses OR > 40 FTEs supervised + > $5 million in total expenses. Responsibilities Manages individuals including but not limited to hiring, training, assigning work, managing & evaluating performance, conducting professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet or support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership. Develops and adheres to departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets. Responds to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals. Directs the delivery of safe and appropriate patient care governed by evidence‑based clinical and management practice. Ensures team compliance with departmental policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards; keeps policies and procedures up‑to‑date and participates in revisions as needed. Promotes, and is accountable for customer satisfaction, process indicators, quality improvement plans and outcomes in the work unit. Researches, evaluates, selects and implements systems which improve efficiency of work unit operations. Supports and assists the growth of existing or new business/programs. Minimum Requirements Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Nursing Experience: 2–5 years Supervisor Experience: 2 years Licenses & Certifications: RN Preferred Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Experience: 5–10 years Supervisor Experience: 2–5 years Benefits And Legal Statement At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr