Nurse Manager- Telemetry

General Summary

The Nurse Manager / Educator of Cardiovascular Care supports the Nursing Director in the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of patient care delivery within the Telemetry and Cardiovascular Care units. This role places a strong emphasis on staff education, professional development, and the integration of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes, utilizing ANA, CCNA, and ANNA standards of nursing practice.

In the absence of, or at the direction of, the Nursing Director, the Nurse Manager / Educator assumes responsibility for the operational management of the unit. Responsibilities include patient care oversight, staff management and development, patient flow coordination, fiscal accountability, and maintenance of a safe and therapeutic care environment. The Nurse Manager / Educator collaborates closely with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to achieve high-quality, patient-centered outcomes and promotes patient and family education and engagement in care planning.

Organizational Mission and Values

Mission:
Holy Cross Hospital is a Catholic healthcare organization sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Casimir. Through our commitment to the healing mission of Jesus, we contribute to healthy communities and promote quality healthcare.

Values:

• Respect: Treat all individuals with dignity, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Excellence: Deliver superior patient care through qualified staff, continuous improvement, advanced technology, ongoing education, and responsible stewardship of resources.
• Attitude: Demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm, courtesy, and ethical conduct.
• Compassion: Address the needs of patients and families with empathy and sensitivity.
• Holistic Care: Support the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Leadership and Unit Operations

• Serve as a professional role model for nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ensure adherence to attendance standards with minimal tardiness or absenteeism.
• Complete all mandatory hospital education, orientation, and departmental competency requirements.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations, including but not limited to Code Blue, Rapid Response, Code Stroke, Code Red, Code Gray, Code Black, Code Pink, and Code Triage.
• Promote and enforce compliance with hospital-wide and departmental policies and procedures, including infection control, safety, and restraint policies.
• Collaborate with the Nursing Director to ensure effective coordination of nursing care delivery and compliance with core measures.

Staffing, Scheduling, and Workforce Management

• Facilitate patient placement and bed assignments in collaboration with the Nursing Supervisor, considering staffing levels, patient acuity, diagnosis, and staff competencies.
• Oversee staffing assignments for current and oncoming shifts to ensure productivity, acuity balance, and compliance with HFAP standards.
• Adhere to unit staffing grids to meet operational and financial expectations.
• Monitor employee time and attendance and complete payroll using the Kronos system.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and orientation of new employees.
• Facilitate staff orientation and provide daily follow-up and mentoring to new team members.

Education and Professional Development

• Chair the Unit Education Council and participate in the hospital Education Coordinating Council (ECC).
• Serve as a clinical expert, educator, and resource for nursing staff.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs and competency validation processes.
• Guide and support staff nurse preceptors and participate in precepting as needed.
• Promote evidence-based practice initiatives aligned with ANA, CCNA, and ANNA standards.

Patient Care and Clinical Support

• Provide hands-on patient care as needed, including admissions, discharges, transfers, and medication administration.
• Assist staff in establishing priorities and adapting care delivery as patient needs evolve.
• Advocate for patients and families by ensuring effective communication and education across all age…