Health Center Nurse Manager Job Roswell area,New Mexico USA,Nursing

Position Summary

Provides oversight of the daily management of the medical clinic operation. Develops and directs operational activities for the delivery of patient care in the medical clinic. Manages medical inventory; prepares and maintains annual medical clinic budget. Performs clinical duties as triage nurse, Clinic Nurse, Public Health Nurse and/or phlebotomist in clinic. Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence.

Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of safe and appropriate patient care.

Performs patient care within the scope of professional preparation and licensure and under the guidance of Sandia Pueblo nursing policies and procedures.

Provides oversight of the daily management of the medical clinic operation in coordination with other clinic staff members.

Demonstrates knowledge of audit standards and ensures Pueblo of Sandia Health Center’s (PSHC’s) compliance with those standards.

Reviews nursing policies & procedures as needed for guidance.

Develops, writes and implements policies as needed.

Manages patient flow and care concerns of primary care clinic as well as specialty clinics and services.

If not in standing orders, seeks guidance & direction from the attending physician as needed in the performance of day-to-day patient care.

Documents nursing care activities in accordance with Sandia Pueblo guidelines.

Performs patient call backs for scheduling follow-up appointments, inform patients (in person or by phone) of abnormal lab or test results as requested by medical providers. Provides follow-up education or information.

Prepares and maintains tribal budget for the medical clinic. Manages inventory to ensure adequate medical supplies while maintaining budgetary goals.

Under GPRA, ensures and reports on performance standards to the Medical Director and management team. Takes actions where needed to collect appropriate data.

Provides oversight, direction & management to clinic nurses as needed. Evaluates annually.

Utilizes good listening and communication skills to understand and respect patient concerns and wishes during the care planning process.

Maintains clear communication with the medical team members, other departments, Indian Health Service and outside providers as needed.

May serve as nurse case manager for limited patients if asked by Medical Director to do so.

Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Creates an environment of teamwork through strong communication, mentoring, and providing guidance, support, and appreciation for team members contributions.

Key Performance Indicators

This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success. KPI’s will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent human relations and oral/written communication skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Management experience in an outpatient clinic environment.

Must be a strong team player.

Must have strong analytical skills.

Personal computer skills

Ability to lead work teams.

Must have problem solving skills and ability to be flexible.

Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality via demonstrating the ability to respect and protect patient information in accordance with HIPAA law(s).

Must have good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to prepare and deliver oral and written reports.

Ability to travel and attend meetings, conferences and training seminars when applicable.

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