Assistant Nurse Manager Digestive & Pulmonary Health Acute Care Unit

Job Description - Assistant Nurse Manager Digestive & Pulmonary Health Acute Care Unit (2600089W)

Assistant Nurse Manager Digestive & Pulmonary Health Acute Care Unit - ( 2600089W )

Lakeside 55 is a 20 bed non-telemetry floor that has a primary focus of gastrointestinal and pulmonary health. The levels of experience on the division vary which make for a great learning environment as there are nurses and nursing assistants with twenty plus years of experience down to new graduates. Because of the small size of the unit and years of experience our staff have, Lakeside 55 has developed a reputation as being a supportive, fun, and family-like unit.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement and pension plan
• Free parking for part time and full time employees

To maintain the nursing staff in all areas as well as to deliver safe efficient age specific nursing care to patient/families. Essential duties include:

• Routinely provide patient care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Identifies needs for and provides Staff education/staff development.
• Participates in Discharge planning, community resource referrals and education.
• Committee involvement, participate with quality improvement initiatives.
• Oversees daily operations of unit/area in a cost effective manner.
• Involved in Community outreach activities as pertinent Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers and co-workers.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
• Displays commitment to the mission and values of the organization

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

• Meets qualification of 1-2 years clinical experience
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills both written and verbal, as well as, exhibiting strong organizational skills and work ethic.

• Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients/customers.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high pressure situations with professionalism and integrity.
• Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies
• PC and computer applications

• Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master in Nursing (MN) from accredited program required within 2 years of hire date.

• Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the state of Ohio.
• Certification in a specialty clinical area or leadership is required within 2 years of hire date
• BLS Required and ALS & PALS may be required based on area's requirements