Job Summary and QualificationsUnder the general supervision of the unit's Director or designee, the Nurse Manager assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions in the unit on his/her designated shifts. In collaboration with other members of the management team, this individual is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in unit. Ensures that Departmental mission and objectives are maintained for the unit with interpretation of these objectives to staff as necessary. Coordinates Departmental activities with responsibility for the assessment of the quality and efficiency of these activities. Assesses complexity of patient care and Department service needs to coordinate assignment of nursing staff to meet all required services on the unit.
- You will demonstrate sound knowledge base in nursing practice and its clinical application to the patient population served in the unit, including the operation of equipment, and policy and procedures used in the delivery of patient care in the unit.
- You will maintain communication with other members of the management team regarding potential/actual problems concerns, and with Medical Staff issues. Assists with establishing and maintaining communication channels with Medical Staff and departments in the hospital.
- You will manage personnel providing direct patient care, with delegation of activities based on patient care needs and competencies of available patient care staff.
- You will provide direct and ongoing supervision of staff with regard to conflict resolution and personnel policy compliance, including input and/or completion of performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
- You will round on staff and patients daily in cooperation with the Nursing Director.
- You will monitor and maintains high standards regarding patient care and oversees compliance with core measures on applicable patients. Keeps PI Data and Streetwise up-to-date.
- You will assist Director in 24/7 coverage of unit including working as an RN when needed.
- You will assist with development and maintenance of unit budget.
- You will monitor and maintain high standards regarding patient care and oversees compliance with core measures on applicable patients. Keeps PI Data and Streetwise up-to-date.
What qualifications you will need: - Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
- (RN) Registered Nurse
- Associate Degree
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice in the clinical specialty of his/her unit
- Previous Charge Nurse experience preferred
St. David's Georgetown Hospital is a comprehensive healthcare facility located north of Austin,Texas. This medical center features more than
100 patient beds and is known for its
Level IV trauma center, Certified Primary Stroke Center, and Certified Chest PainCenter. The hospital's range of services include
24-hour emergency care,inpatient and outpatient surgery, maternity and newborn care, rehabilitation, andmore.
St. David's Georgetown Hospital is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of thelargest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David'sHealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local nonprofits - St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.
