ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Strong problem-solving abilities in complex situations.
- Ability to work within the budget and productivity targets to meet organizational objectives. Participates and supports the plans in place for selection of staff, evaluation of staff, orientation of new staff, continued education and development of staff, competency evaluation of staff, appropriate scheduling of staff based on patient acuity.
- Supports and partners with the Manager/Clinical Leader and ensures the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of staff are consistent and in alignment with the goals of the unit.
- Outstanding relationship building skills.
- Must possess strong physician relationship skills.
- Patient focused with a strong commitment to delivering the highest levels of quality, safety, and customer service. Is accountable for achievement of patient satisfaction (PressGaney and HCAHPS) action plans to achieve targets for their areas of responsibility.
- Supports process improvement in operations, quality, and organizational change identified for their areas.
- Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards for their areas of responsibility.
- Able to communicate effectively and persuasively with individuals and groups through compassion, creativity, and consistent visibility.
- Participates in hospital and department committees.
- Demonstrated ability in developing and mentoring staff and colleagues.
- Leads by example, consistently demonstrating highly professional behavior. Demonstrates personal and professional accountability and holds others to the same.
- Exhibits a passion for nursing
- Serves as a role model and coach for Critical Moments of Service Standards and service recovery.
- Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
- Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.
- Supports the professional nurse continuum and nursing clinical ladder for RNs (CARE)
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited nursing program.
BSN preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an RN in state of practice
Approved CPR certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMay include color blind test (per department guidelines)
LEVEL OF SUPERVISIONPerforms job duties with general supervision. Regularly supervises and manages others in the performance of their positions.
SUPERVISESN/A
PAY RANGE:$87,370.23 - $139,792.38
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA Options
- Generous, accruing paid time off
- Paid Parental and caregiver leave
- Career advancement and educational opportunities
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Well-being Programs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Financial Education
- Annual recognition/awards events
- Partner appreciation days
- Family entertainment/attractions discount
- Community service/improvement opportunities
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