Assistant Nurse Manager
On-siteMason, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Assist the Clinical Manager in developing Patient Improvement (PI) Plan initiatives, managing unit personnel, and allocating resources to promote efficient, safe, and compassionate nursing care. Provide performance evaluations, counseling, and discipline to assigned staff while ensuring compliance with JCAHO standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with physicians and charge nurses to facilitate daily patient throughput, maintain safe therapeutic environments, and participate in performance improvement activities using data to correct variances. Support new hires and float staff with orientation, advocate for patients and families, and balance patient needs with cost-effectiveness. Maintain high visibility on the unit, participate in councils and task forces, and pursue professional development through hospital leadership programs and community service activities.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- BSN
- Minimum of two (2) years in clinical nursing practice
- One (1) year experience in leadership or charge role
- Current RN licensure in the state of employment
- Certification in area of specialty within 6 months of eligibility
- BLS certification prior to patient contact
- Demonstrated knowledge of nursing, healthcare, and organizational systems, and strategies
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in performance improvement theory and application
- Knowledge of JCAHO standards and other external organizations related to healthcare evaluation and accreditation
- Experience with the methodologies and processes related to organizational financial viability
- Well-developed communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
Desired Qualifications
- BSN is strongly preferred
- Commensurate combination of RN experience and Nursing education (ADN, Diploma in Nursing) and commitment to complete BSN may be considered in lieu of BSN upon hire
- Membership in professional organizations
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