Department:Job Description Summary:Position Responsibilities- Provides support and supervision of the procedural staff to ensure patient load time of 0730 and turnaround time of 30 minutes or less.
- Assists Nurse Manager in organizing and directing activities of the assigned unit as indicated by the Nurse Director.
- Reports back to Nurse Manager status of all procedural colleagues whether they are developing in their role appropriately so that evaluations can be completed accurately on a probationary and annual basis.
- Supervises and establishes new guidelines for the utilization of supplies in procedural spaces to prevent waste.
- Provides education to all staff to ensure that all colleagues remain current with best practice and competencies.
- Interprets the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the department to all employees, patients and families.
- Staff management to include recruitment, retention, coaching, training, evaluation and development, as well as preparation and delegation of work schedules and workflow. This also includes assigning of preceptor.
- Demonstrates good judgment and knowledge of department needs in classifying and maintaining data.
- Responsible for the unit/s in the absence of the Nurse Manager.
- Responsible for projects/processes that are essential to the success of the unit. (Charging processes, new hire orientation, maintain statistical data, time/attendance and QI).
- Ensure vendor compliance with medical center and departmental policies.
- Actively participates and manages operations during emergency situations, including participation in disaster preparedness.
- Completes monthly schedules to ensure adequate staffing based on patient care, acuity, and workforce targets.
- Reviews, and approves time cards and makes timely edits in Kronos. Manages staffing on a regular basis.
- Assists the Nurse Manager & Director in ensuring compliance with established HRS/JCAHO requirements.
- Supports the ongoing improvement of quality and performance metrics for nursing including, but not limited to core measures, hospital acquired infections, safety initiatives and the patient experience.
- Disseminates pertinent departmental information to staff as indicated.
- Organizes and presents 3 monthly staff meetings per calendar year. Holds a morning departmental huddle once per week.
- Meets with Nurse Manager daily to discuss pertinent information in the department so that it can be addressed appropriately. Meets with Nursing Director twice a week to discuss objectives for the department and the progress made towards those goals.
- Participates in weekend huddle call as assigned.
- Serves as a professional role model, coach, and resource for employees. Participates actively in Nursing and/or hospital committees and work groups and assists in the development and implementation of the units shared governance model.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications- License/Registration/Certification
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida is required. BLS and ACLS required (ACLS not required for CCC).
- Education
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
- Experience
- Three years of Nursing leadership experience.
Benefits:We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- On-site housing for select positions and more!
Degree Requirements:Certification: 
