RN Assistant Nurse Manager
On-siteFort Thomas, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Advocate for and allocate available resources to promote efficient, effective, safe, and compassionate nursing care based on current standards of practice. Assist the Clinical Manager in developing PI Plan initiatives, managing personnel, budget, strategic planning, and regulatory standards to improve unit outcomes. Provide feedback, counseling, and discipline to assigned staff while supporting peer review systems and ensuring staff maintain necessary competencies. Collaborate on models of patient care delivery, interview for vacancies, and ensure safe, therapeutic environments for patients and personnel. Identify and quantify resources needed for patient care while balancing quality and cost effectiveness. Evaluate unit operations, participate in performance improvement activities, and disseminate data outcomes to meet expectations. Informs leadership of serious patient or visitor problems immediately. Maintain high visibility on the unit and represent nursing in the community.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- Current RN licensure in the state of employment
- Certification in area of specialty within 6 months of eligibility
- BLS certification prior to patient contact
- Minimum of two (2) years in clinical nursing practice
- 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
- One (1) year experience in leadership or charge role preferred
- Membership in professional organizations
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