Assistant Clinical Manager; RN Cardiac and Observation

Assistant Clinical Manager (RN) Cardiac and Observation

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$43.30/hr – $64.95/hr

• Serves in the role of Charge Nurse; assigns patient and non‑patient care in a safe, effective manner.
• Maintains staffing requirements in accordance with established policies and patient volume.
• Collaborates with physicians, management and other healthcare professionals to assure delivery of quality care and high patient satisfaction.
• Contributes to achieving system, site and unit goals by prioritizing duties and responsibilities.
• Assures accurate reporting of census, acuity and staffing at predetermined times.
• Ensures Point of Care Testing/Code Carts/Code Boxes are accounted for and required supplies are available to staff via Lawson.
• Monitors and edits Report Express Reports in a timely manner.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards, including federal, state, city, Accrediting Organization, IDPH and all hospital policies and procedures.
• Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
• Practices the principles of Performance Improvement to contribute to positive patient outcomes.
• Responds to issues/concerns of patients and families in a timely manner and refers complex issues to management.
• Demonstrates positive support and participation in unit‑based performance improvement plans, indicators and outcomes.
• Makes recommendations for improvement to achieve system, site and unit goals.

• Assists in the Performance Improvement Process.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge of Mission, Philosophy, Policies and Procedures.
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff.
• Collaborates with the health‑care team to facilitate the Care Management process.
• Serves as a role model for “Service First” in practice and facilitates staff adherence to Service First courtesy standards and scripts.
• Takes initiative with problem resolution and conflict management when presented with issues/concerns.
• Participates with PCC leadership to provide a positive work environment for staff in terms of growth, development and job satisfaction.
• Refers major rule violations/work performance issues to management utilizing the established chain of command.
• Assists with data collection/tracking for education/in‑service of assigned staff.
• Assists with development of staff competencies and skills checklists.
• Facilitates staff attendance at in‑services by providing appropriate coverage of unit.
• Practices positive coaching/mentoring skills to foster staff growth and development.
• Conducts timely and objective performance pathways for assigned staff, subject to review with management prior to presentation to staff.
• Assesses educational needs of the staff and facilitates education opportunities; coordinates orientation of new staff in conjunction with MCO and APN.
• Assists individuals in identifying professional goals and provides opportunities to achieve these goals.
• Addresses staff concerning matters involving minor performance variances and minor disciplinary counseling.
• Consults with management if written disciplinary action is warranted.

• Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, educational events, internal and external resources and networking.
• Proactively seeks out educational opportunities; earns 10 continuing education hours annually, 8 of which must be pediatric specific.
• Participates in activities to enhance professional growth by involvement in professional organizations and continuing education.
• Maintains clinical expertise in pediatrics; serves as a resource and role model for clinical care.
• Serves on various unit and hospital committees to increase knowledge and networking skills.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Typically requires 3 years’ experience in a specialty area and may require specialty‑focused continuing education and/or certifications based upon departmental discretion.

• Ability to assume…