RN Assistant Nurse Manager
On-siteReading, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead administrative and clinical operations by assisting the Clinical Manager in developing PI Plan initiatives, managing personnel, and allocating resources to promote efficient, safe nursing care. Provide feedback and counseling to assigned staff, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure competency maintenance alongside unit educators. Collaborate on patient care delivery models, interview for vacancies, and coordinate nursing care with physicians and other healthcare disciplines to facilitate smooth patient throughput. Evaluate unit operations, participate in councils and task forces, and inform leadership of serious patient or visitor issues. Balance patient needs with cost effectiveness while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and JCAHO accreditation requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- Current RN licensure in the state of employment
- Minimum of two (2) years in clinical nursing practice
- 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
- One (1) year experience in leadership or charge role preferred
- Membership in professional organizations
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