University of Maryland Medical System

Clinical Nurse Manager (RN) - Inpatient Behavioral Health

University of Maryland Medical System • $113K — $170K *
Easton, MD 21601In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Active Maryland RN licensure or Compact state eligibility required.
  • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
  • Preferred Master's Degree in Nursing or related field.
  • Minimum of three years in clinical nursing experience relevant to responsibilities.
  • Preferably two years in decentralized management roles.
  • Preferred certification in a nursing specialty or nursing administration.

Responsibilities

  • Establish objectives and action plans to align with strategic goals.
  • Direct, organize, and manage personnel functions including hiring and performance evaluations.
  • Manage operational and capital budgets to optimize financial efficiency.
  • Evaluate staffing and scheduling to adapt to patient care demands.
  • Approve departmental purchases and supervise equipment maintenance and quality control.
  • Collaborate with staff and physicians to resolve departmental issues and maintain positive relationships.
  • Regularly review policies and procedures for compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

Benefits

  • Full-Time, Days schedule (Exempt) - Behavioral Health (8am - 4:30pm).
  • Access to comprehensive UMMS Benefits Overview.
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Job Requirements

General Summary:

Directs and supervises the performance of a group of employees engaged in similar functions and directs a major organization-wide work process. Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures.

Translates the overall objectives set by higher management into individual and collective objectives for subordinates and develops plans for accomplishing them. Provides training and communicates information from higher management to employees. Assists the Director and the Vice President of Patient-Care Services in accomplishing his/her twenty-four-hour responsibility for operation of area(s) of responsibility.

Essential Functions of the Job:

  • Establishes objectives with plans of action pertinent to area of responsibility in support of the system's strategic plan.
  • Directs, organizes, delegates, and performs a variety of personnel functions including the interviewing, hiring, evaluating performance, coaching, and disciplining of employees.
  • Assists with the preparation of operational and capital budgets, and continually manages financial resources to obtain maximum performance.
  • Evaluates staffing and scheduling as needed to ensure uninterrupted services and supports changes in services and patient care demands.
  • Approves purchase of supplies for the department; supervises maintenance activities and quality control procedures for equipment.
  • Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other system staff to resolve problems, and promotes harmonious relationships within the system.
  • Reviews policies, procedures, and standards regularly to ensure compliance with all appropriate professional organization standards and all appropriate regulatory agencies.
  • Serves as a role model and provides support for staff in executing their functions and consults with them in matters pertinent to policy interpretation.
  • Evaluates technical activities, environmental conditions, and the overall functions of the department.
  • Contributes to and supports programs of education for departmental staff, medical and other staff development.
  • Supervises clerical and administrative functions of the department, including the required record systems for internal control and those pertinent to the total function of the system.
  • Continually seeks opportunities to improve the performance of work processes.
  • Implements the Case Management concept.
  • During staffing shortages or periods of unusually high patient census or acuity, the Manager may be utilized in the same capacity as a staff RN (see RN job description)
  • Attends System meetings and activities, as well as external agencies and organizations as assigned.
  • Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Manual.
  • Responds to the following Shore Health System codes: Code Pink, Code D, Code Red (in their area), Code Green (in their area), Code Blue (in their area).
  • Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the
  • employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
  • Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Director.


Work Experience

Minimum Education, Experience, and License/Certifications Required:

  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
  • BSN required.
  • Master's Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of related clinical experience that is compatible with area(s) of responsibility.
  • Two years of decentralized management experience preferred.
  • Certification in nursing specialty and/or nursing administration preferred.
  • Must meet specific departmental certification requirements.


Benefits

Compensation:
  • Full-Time; Days (Exempt) - Behavioral Health (8am-4:30pm)
  • Pay Range: $54.42-$81.64/hr. (based on years of experience)
  • Other Compensation (if applicable): NA
  • Review UMMS Benefits Overview:

About University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. It is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. It is a private, not-for-profit organization that operates 13 hospitals and has more than 28,000 employees. The University of Maryland Medical System was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has academic affiliations with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The system is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for the system's strategic direction and oversight. The University of Maryland Medical System is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective health care services to the people of Maryland.
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Size
28,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
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