This job serves as an administrative resource and perform management functions on the non-business hours (evenings, nights, holidays and weekends) for the institution. This job assists hospital staff in problem-solving service delivery issues between and within departments. This job provides an administrative presence to address patient/family issues related to service delivery. This job also identifies systems problems during non-business hours (i.e. on the off-shifts and weekends) that contribute to service delivery issues. Assists staff in problem-solving related to the medical and/or nursing care of patients.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of five (5) years of acute care clinical experience Minimum of two (2) years of nursing management experience
Experience PREFERRED Nurse Manager or Supervisory experience Academic health care experience
Education/training REQUIRED: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
Education/training PREFERRED: Masters Degree in Nursing or other related field from an accredited program
Independent action(s) required: Has full authority and accountability for actions and decisions within the scope of the position description and hospital policies and procedures.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements: Works with a small team to provide coverage for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.
Other: exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment
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