NURSE MANAGER

UHS$100K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing preferred
  • California Registered Nursing licensure required
  • Three years of clinical experience in psychiatric nursing, including Charge Nurse and Nursing Supervisor roles
  • Thorough knowledge of Hospital, Nursing, and HR policies and procedures
  • Experience with clinical infection control practices and employee health

Responsibilities

  • Provide continuous nursing care in alignment with hospital philosophy and nursing services policy
  • Oversee the clinical leadership and ongoing education for nursing staff
  • Organize and coordinate nursing services to ensure quality care
  • Promote an effective performance climate through teaching and support
  • Act as the representative for the Chief Nursing Officer in their absence
  • Manage oversight of the Infection Control Coordinator and address employee health issues
  • Serve as a Qualified Medical Professional for emergency medical screenings

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Supportive work environment with clinical and managerial mentorship
  • Involvement in significant patient care and health outcomes
  • Leadership development and career advancement potential
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the Nurse Manager/Education Coordinator (NM/EC) provides continuous nursing care in the assigned area(s) in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of the Hospital and within the framework of established policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing Services. The NM/EC is responsible for the clinical leadership, ongoing education, and coordination of all nursing personnel. As a key team member in the clinical area, the NM/EC promotes a climate of effective performance through role modeling, willingness to learn and teach, and availability to patients and staff. Organizes, manages and coordinates nursing services and will assure quality nursing care, utilizing the nursing process, as outlined by the Nurse Practice Act. Functions as representative for the CNO, in the CNO's absence and is responsible for oversight of the Infection Control Coordinator and to address employee health issues.

The NM/EC who is a Registered Nurse may serve as a Qualified Medical Professional (QMP) and/or a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to perform medical screens (Medical and Mental Health Component) to determine whether an individual has an emergency medical condition.

Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Credentials: Licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing required.

Experience:

  • Three (3) years of clinical experience in psychiatric nursing, including Charge Nurse and Nursing Supervisor experience required.
  • Thorough working knowledge of Hospital, Nursing and HR policies/procedures, with demonstrated ability to use skills in clinical and managerial situations.
  • Experience with clinical infection control practices and employee health required.

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