Manager, Nursing

Endoscopy Department Manager

The Endoscopy department at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, NH specializes in providing advanced endoscopic procedures using the latest technology. Patients are able to have testing and treatment options done quickly and conveniently with minimal discomfort. The team consists of skilled physicians, nurses, technicians, and other health care professionals who strive to provide quality patient care while maintaining safety standards. The Endoscopy department at Elliot Hospital is committed to providing excellent care and comfort while ensuring the safety of its patients.

Demonstrates 24-hour accountability for clinical, operational, human resources, and financial management of the department. Is accountable for the delivery of high-quality patient care in a work environment conducive to learning, professional growth, accountability, and autonomy.

• Ensure department functioning in accordance with regulatory agencies, state statutes, and practice standards, i.e., TJC, OSHA, CMS, HIPPA.
• Promote the use of evidence-based practice in planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical practice.
• Champion the values of the EHS Professional Practice Model and use Elliot’s nursing theory to guide all dimensions of nursing practice.
• Support the Elliot Health System policies and procedures for the delivery of safe patient care and collaborate in the review and revision of nursing departmental policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with Resource Nurses, Clinical Nurse leaders, Patient Care Managers, Physicians and Staff to develop, implement, and monitor departmental educational programs.

• Foster participation in the development and implementation of annual departmental goals and objectives, which are consistent with those of Elliot Health System, and in collaboration with the Medical Director and other members of the health care team.
• Participate in the development of business and marketing plans.
• Ensure that the appropriate experience mix, and number of staff are available to meet the needs of the patient population.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate quality management activities consistent with national benchmarking and public reporting.

• Champion Elliot Essentials: I Care, I Serve, I Inspire.
• In conjunction with the Human Resources Department, interview and select candidates for employment. With the support of the Director, initiate and approve personnel activities, including, but not limited to hiring, transferring, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and terminating.
• Consistent with the principles of TeamSTEPPS, foster positive interdisciplinary communications and teamwork.
• In collaboration with the Resource Nurses, establish and communicate performance expectations and assist with the development of professional goals of each staff member. Monitor and evaluate staff performance. Conduct timely in-the-moment coaching and annual performance evaluations.
• Support the shared governance structure consistent with the principles of the ANCC Magnet Program. Delegate responsibility and accountability as evidenced by staff involvement and ownership in committees, projects, educational programs, and unit goals.
• Motivate and encourage participation in the Professional Nursing Advancement Program.
• Evaluate trends related to vacancy and turnover. Develops plans to address the needs of the department.

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing Finance and Department director to prepare annual departmental budget, including projected census, revenues, staffing plans, operating expenses, and capital-related requests. Involves the staff and medical staff when possible.
• Manage FTE levels and productivity standards.
• Monitor and report monthly financials, identify variances, and recommend improvements.
• Monitor, approve, and submit complete and accurate payroll.

• Maintain and update knowledge and skills in leadership, management, and clinical specialty.
• Demonstrate active involvement in hospital and/or nursing committees.
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