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Assistant Nurse Manager - Adult Patient Care Services

Galveston, Texas, United States

New

Nursing & Care Management

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2502519

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

+ Three years clinical experience

REQUIRED** **LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS:

+ Current RN license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas

+ Certification in nursing specialty or administration

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Nurse Manager assists the Nurse Manager in the achievement of the patient care unit(s) goals and objectives. This position works in a supportive manner as a resource for the patient care unit(s) and as a representative for the Nurse Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

+ Assists in the performance of the operational aspects of a designated patient care unit(s) while providing mentoring and leadership support to the unit(s) staff.

+ Performs integral quality (length of stay, mortality, readmission, case mix index, patient satisfaction, hospital acquired conditions etc.) functions to support the hospital’s patient-centered and high value core efforts.

+ Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement and risk management programs at the patient care unit(s) level.

+ Demonstrates a commitment to quality and excellence. Problems are solved through critical evaluation of data-based information and continuous improvement efforts that lead to effective quality-based information and outcomes. Accurately identify and diagnose an issue, identify alternatives, implement a plan, and evaluate and communicate results.

+ Facilitates the effective delivery of competent, compassionate care by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes on the patient care unit(s).

+ Demonstrates a commitment to courteous, sincere, and sensitive customer service.

+ Presents a positive and caring attitude in all interactions with patients, visitors, staff and physicians. Remains patient, tolerant and accepting of diversity. Presents a positive image of himself/herself and of UTMB in all personal and telephone interactions.

+ Facilitates the planning, implementation, development, and evaluation of special projects, programs, and research as assigned.

+ Communicates with staff at all levels of the institution in a professional manner.

+ Interprets to staff the application and implementation of the philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the patient care unit(s), department, and organization.

+ Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.

+ Participates in the hiring process to ensure appropriate staffing for the department.

+ Mentors staff and objectively evaluates and documents performance, taking corrective action as appropriate.

+ Provides feedback for employee performance evaluations according to established timelines.

+ Serves as a liaison to the Nurse Manager and may act as Nurse Manager in the absence of Nurse Manager.

+ Utilizes Assessment and Evaluation Strategies-Utilizes a variety of strategies for the assessment and evaluation of learners in a variety of settings, as well as domains of learning. Analyzes assessment and evaluation data to improve professional development activities.

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS:

+ May share 24/7 accountability for assigned units with Nurse Manager(s).

+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

+ Performs related duties as required.

SALARY RANGE:

Salary commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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