Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, with MSN preferred.
4-6 years of nursing experience required, 1-2 years of prior supervision preferred.
Active registered nurse (RN) license in PA required.
Certification in nursing specialty preferred and must obtain Certified NE-BC or CNEL within 3 years.
BLS/CPR certification required, with additional ACLS or PALS certification for specialty positions.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate daily patient care activities in a clinical setting.
Lead nursing staff and promote professional development.
Manage nursing staffing based on acuity, specialty, and volumes.
Implement strategies to enhance patient safety and care delivery.
Analyze operational data and adjust practices as needed.
Develop nursing policies based on evidence-based practices.
Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Supportive work culture emphasizing teamwork and communication.
Commitment to a Just Culture and patient safety initiatives.
Inclusive workplace valuing diversity and collaboration.
Full Job Description
A 99-bed facility, Raker Center is open to residents ages 18 and older with primary diagnoses including, but not limited to, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, quadriplegia or multiple sclerosis. An interdisciplinary team seeks to help residents maintain as much independence as possible for the longest amount of time. The team consists of attending physicians, neurologists, psychiatrists and psychologists, RNs and LPNs, social workers, chaplains, and physical, speech, occupational and recreational therapists.
JOB SUMMARY
Plan, direct, or coordinate the daily patient/resident care activities in a clinical environment. Ensure adherence to established clinical policies, protocols, regulations, and standards. The Nurse Manager has the 24-hour responsibility and is accountable for nursing practice in his/her patient care/resident unit. This position reports to the Director of Nursing of the site, The Nurse Manager will foster the mission and core values of the GSRN in their daily practice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Leads unit operations to achieve organizational and departmental goals and objectives in area of responsibility
Leads nursing staff including hiring, transitioning and encouraging professional development of each member within their scope of practice
Supports and schedules the nursing staffing requirements based upon acuity, specialty, volumes including budgeted NHPPD.
Facilitates staff growth & development via
Promotes a Just Culture
Communicates through effective written and verbal communication skills
Implements plans & strategies to maximize delivery of safe patient care
Leads action to achieve departmental goals and objectives in area of responsibility
Develops leadership skills
Routinely communicates GSRN, site specific information to associates
FACILITATES PATIENT CARE
Acts a clinical resource to RNs, LPNs and NAs
Develops and implements nursing policies and procedures utilizing evidence based practice to standardize care
ESTABLISHES DEPARTMENTAL STRATEGIC GOALS
Gathers pertinent business, financial, service, and operations information
Identifies and evaluates operational trends and options;
Selects a course of action
Defines objectives
Evaluates outcomes.
CONTRIBUTES AND WORKS TOWARDS FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES
Analyzes operational variances and adjusts accordingly
Exercises fiscal responsibility for expenditures; understands trends and variances
Controls expenses
DELIVERS QUALITY CARE
Ensures competency- based care is provided through ongoing management and evaluation of staff.
Recognizes and responds to actual or potential events to ensure patient/resident safety.
Recommends system improvements
Demonstrates evidence-based decision making when addressing practice changes
DEVELOPS AND ENHANCES PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Demonstrates a willingness to learn, grow and seeks new and innovative opportunities
Coordinates and/or provides learning experiences for professional development of staff
Reviews professional publications
Participates in professional societies / organizations
CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT
Embraces change and promotes positive work environment
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to achieve organizational goals.
PROTECTS PATIENT INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY
Oversees and follows compliance of confidentiality policies
PROMOTES HEALTHY WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Promotes Patient/Resident safety through a Just Culture in the workplace
Complies with policies and procedures, rules and regulations governing environment of care and patient safety
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity, culture and inclusion are valued
Ensure that each staff member is properly certified and abides by the standards for care established by our organization and state and federal laws
COMPLIES WITH FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
Ensures that all regulations, and standards are followed at the federal, state and local levels
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
OR must be obtained within two (2) years of hire. Requests for extension may be considered on a case-by-case basis with prior approval; continued employment may be contingent upon meeting this requirement.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or other healthcare area preferred.
Work Experience
4 - 6 years of nursing experience is required
1-2 years of prior supervision preferred
Licenses / Certifications
Must have an active registered nurse (RN) license in PA.
Certified NE-BC or CNEL within 3 years of hire
Certified in area of specialty is preferred
BLS / CPR for a health care provider, as per the American Heart Association
For those working at the Specialty (LTACH) and Rehabilitation Hospital - Must obtain ACLS certification within six (6) months of employment. Certification must be maintained throughout employment
For those working in the Pediatric Hospital - Must obtain PALS certification within six (6) months of employment. Certification must be maintained throughout employment
