Basic Function: The Associate Nurse Manager functions as the clinical manager of a unit for an assigned shift. Provides support to the nurse manager in the planning, education, coordination, staffing, and supervision of nursing care delivery to ensure efficient and effective patient care. Ensures compliance with departmental and regulatory standards of care and practice.
Education and Experience Requirements:Currently licensed in New York State as an RN and a graduate of an approved school of nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required, MSN preferred. A minimum of three years experience in the acute care setting required, Endoscopy experienced preferred. ACLS certification is required and must be completed within 180 days of hire.
Responsibilities:- Meets all the requirements of his/her position.
- Works independently, requesting assistance when needed.
- Anticipates problems and works to solve them.
- Performs duties willingly.
- Demonstrates appearance and hygiene appropriate to the delivery of quality services.
- Actively participates in all efforts to maintain a safe, clean environment.
- SENSITIVITY - Demonstrates sensitivity to customers' needs.
- Treats others with consideration, courtesy, and respect, even in stressful situations.
- Communicates effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
- Cooperates with other hospital departments.
- ACCURACY - Demonstrates knowledgeable attention to assure proper service to customers.
- Work is accurate and thorough, attention to details is evident.
- Seeks information necessary for accurately completing job duties.
- Maintains current knowledge and skills necessary to perform competently.
- TIMELINESS - Recognizes time as the individual's most valuable re-source.
- Responds promptly to customers' needs.
- Carries out work assignments within allotted time frame.
- ETHICS - Demonstrates a commitment to protecting the rights of customers.
- Discusses patient and staff related issues only in a confidential manner and setting, and only with those who have the right to know.
- Assists in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of all data.
- Maintains a satisfactory attendance record.
- The Associate Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with the nurse manager to plan, implement and monitor the nursing care delivery system to assure effective and efficient utilization of staff and other resources.
- As delegated by the Nurse Manager, the Associate Nurse Manager will assure that an adequate number of nursing personnel are scheduled and available to meet patient care needs.
- The Associate Nurse Manager, in collaboration with the Nurse Manager, will create an environment for staff participation in performance improvement activities that assures that the care of the particular patient population meets or exceeds institutional and regulatory standards.
Salary Range: $41.30-61.94/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
