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.
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  Maintains efficient & effective departmental operations
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  Ensures that work schedule is planned, implemented & monitored according to policy
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  Ensures the availability of necessary supplies & equipment
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  Facilitates smooth coordination of department services with other departments
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  Participates in case management activities to facilitate quality patient outcomes
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  Collaborates with care coordinators & team members to identify & resolve issues that affect patients and the care team.
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  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
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  Determines appropriate operating expense budget
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  Monitors expenses
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  Adjusts staffing to meet budget requirements
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  Monitors productivity of staff to assure budgetary compliance
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  Gives input into capital requests for the Division
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  Assists in evaluation of products that would affect budget and/or clinical staff
• Provides safe environment for patients and staff.
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  Monitors & assesses department safety
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  Reviews policy & procedures for clinical competency
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  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.
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  Collaborates with CNS/educator in providing orientation of new staff
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  Conducts timely performance evaluations
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  Provides coaching, counseling & disciplinary actions as appropriate
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  Terminates employees with approval of Clinical Director & HR
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  Determines need for in-service/education for appropriate staff development
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  Holds appropriate staff meetings to disseminate information/assures information
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  Acts as role model for staff behaviors
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  Promotes critical thinking skills in staff by acting as a resource & mentor
• Fosters team building, peer support & respect
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  Collaborates with physicians , staff & other health team members to assure delivery of quality care
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  Fosters an atmosphere of empowerment
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  Supports effective decision making
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  Supports staff through change by role model behaviors
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  Participates in programs that have impact on morale, image, & working conditions
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  Pariticipates in the Orthopedic Service Line to enhance the quality of care provided to patients.
• Promotes Continuous Quality Improvement
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  Identifies projects
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  Collects appropriate data
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  Develops corrective action
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  Actively promotes and involves staff in CQI process
• Maintains personal & professional grown & development
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  Develops goals for educational development with input from Clinical Director
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  Attends workshops, seminars & professional organizational meetings both internally & externally to stay abreast of current clinical & managerial issues.

Nurse, Registered (RN)

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

Appropriate clinical skills Basic management Good communication skills Team building skills Basic computer knowledge Current licensure in state of Illinois CPR

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.