Graduate of NLN approved Nursing program with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
5 years of experience as a registered nurse, including 2 years in a management role.
Current Texas nursing license or BNE Compact State license required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accredited provider required upon hire.
Experience in specialty areas may necessitate additional experience as per unit standards.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement action plans to enhance departmental performance.
Meet or exceed financial goals for the department.
Provide direct patient care and mentor nursing staff as needed.
Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and nursing standards.
Address and resolve patient and family complaints promptly.
Review staffing plans to ensure adequate patient care coverage.
Identify and report efficiency or cost-saving opportunities to leadership.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Supportive teamwork environment among nursing personnel.
Involvement in educational activities and research projects.
Access to resources for optimizing patient care.
Participation in interdisciplinary committees and special projects.
Full Job Description
Nursing Manager - Surgical Oncology Unit
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education Graduate of NLN approved Nursing program and Bachelor's Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Experience 5 years experience as registered nurse and 2 years of management experience and Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by unit or standard of care.
Licenses and Certifications (NLC) NURSING LICENSURE COMPACT-BNE Current Texas (or BNE Compact State) license Upon Hire and BCLS required. Upon Hire and (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC). Upon Hire
JOB DUTIES
Develop and implement an effective action plan to improve performance in the department.
Meets or exceeds financial goals and objectives of the department.
Provides direct patient care and/or functions as "charge" position as needed. Seeks out opportunities to teach and mentor other nursing personnel on formal and/or informal basis. Evaluates and supervises provision of patient care by other personnel assigned to unit.
Adheres and facilitates adherence by other personnel to all policies and procedures, code of ethics, JCAHO standards, and nationally recognized standards of nursing practice. Reviews nursing assignments and revises as necessary to meet specific needs of patients and/or to ensure adherence to policies and procedures. Implements disciplinary interventions, including termination, as appropriate and in compliance with policy.
Participates in identification and resolution of physician, patient and/or family complaints. Reports complaints and interventions to Guest Services and/or Department of Nursing in timely manner for adequate follow-up prior to patient's discharge.
Reviews schedule and staffing plan with other Department of Nursing personnel to ensure adequate coverage of patient care needs on daily shift or shift-by-shift basis. Utilizes staffing guidelines and/or patient acuity system and employs most cost effective option in providing appropriate patient care.
Utilizes resources in manner which is appropriate and which optimizes resources for benefit of organization and patient population. Identifies efficiency or cost saving ideas and reports same to DON and/or CNO.
Interviews and makes final decision regarding hiring of all nursing personnel for unit. Implements disciplinary interventions, including termination, as appropriate and in compliance with policy. Participates in development, implementation, and evaluation of performance improvement activities. Completes performance reviews and orientation evaluations of nursing personnel. Implements termination of nursing personnel with approval from Chief Nursing Officer and/or Human Resources Manager.
Provides immediate counseling of nursing personnel, up to and including suspension, as appropriate. Follows-up with accurate and timely written reports to Nursing and/or Human Resources Director. Generates and/or supervises generated occurrence reports as appropriate. Provides appropriate and timely follow-up and submits to DON.
Conducts staff meetings and coordinates special projects, which may include educational activities, research projects, recruitment, and interdisciplinary and hospital committees. Collaborates with nursing staff and Nurse Educator to meet educational needs of current nursing personnel. Promotes personal and professional growth of all nursing personnel by allowing opportunities for active participation in unit-based activities and appropriate patient care. Seeks out opportunities to teach.
Develops unit's annual capital and operational budgets with assistance from nursing administration personnel. Completes payroll editing at end of payroll cycle and maintains attendance records.
Provides and supports efforts to develop teamwork between all nursing personnel, employees and staff.
Facilitates timely return of specialty equipment. Participates in routine and special care conferences. Demonstrates ability to function in "charge" role.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements
Bending/Leaning Over
Lifting
Pulling
Pushing
Repetitive Motions
Standing
Stooping
Talking
Walking
Working Conditions
Clinical Setting
Hospital Setting
Salary Information Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
