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Are you a dynamic leader that thrives in a team environment? Do you want to increase your leadership skills and have the support in place to grow? If this appeals to you, then we have a position we would love to speak to you about on or C6 Med Surge unit and Float Pool as our next Nurse Manager.

WHAT DO YOU GET AT ELLIS MEDICINE?

Ellis Medicine has GENEROUS and FLEXIBLE benefit offerings that start DAY ONE!!

Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Generous paid time off to support work-life balance, including 6 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Access to CDTA Navigator bus pass program provides free transportation to and from work for all Ellis employees

Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity

Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account-allowing you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones

Employee Assistance Program

Employer paid Life Insurance

Basic Function:

The Nurse Manager (NM) actualizes the vision, mission and values of Ellis Medicine and maintains standards of practice in nursing as defined by the American Nurses Association, Code of Ethics, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice and Nursing’s Social Policy Statement. The Nurse Manager participates in performance improvement/research activities; maintains professional practice standards and clinical expertise; and demonstrates leadership skills. The Nurse Manager demonstrates core and unit-specific competencies based on the patient population served. This position is accountable for maintaining all clinical administrative functions (patient care delivery, fiscal, material and human resources) of nursing unit(s) on a 24-hour basis. The position is responsible for creating an environment in which autonomy is nurtured, encouraged and reflected in a highly competent workforce capable of providing quality care. Professional interdisciplinary collaboration, communication and teamwork enacted enable care delivery to the customers and community to improve health and wellness. The position is responsible for upholding compliance with Ellis Medicine’s policies/procedures, service excellence standards and regulatory requirements. Requirements: Currently licensed in New York State as a Registered Nurse and a graduate of an approved school of nursing. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required, MSN preferred or in progress. Three (3)- five (5) years' acute care experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal relationships, effective communication skills, (written, oral and interpersonal) ability to problem-solve, ability to motivate, develop and coach individuals and groups, ability to appropriately confront issues, and ability to think creatively. A strong commitment to furthering institutional performance measures through interdisciplinary teamwork is essential.

GUIDING BEHAVIORS:

+ Communication: Listen to understand, before seeking to be understood.

+ Collaboration: Deliver outstanding service, ensuring that safety comes first.

+ Compassion: Serve every person with empathy, dignity, and compassion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance. Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.

Responsibilities:

• The Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with the DON to plan, implement, and monitor the nursing care delivery system to assure effective and efficient utilization of staff and other resources for the delivery of patient care. • Creates/validates daily assignments that reflect appropriate assignments for all staff and their responsibility for patient care based on skill levels and patient care needs. • Assures that an adequate number of nursing personnel are scheduled and available to meet patient care needs, which includes proactively analyzing resources and personnel needs. • Discuss with staff the effectiveness of systems in place with focus on continuous improvement and the continuum of care. • Facilitates and promotes the delivery of patient/family-centered care to a diverse customer population by upholding the standards of excellent patient care always. • Manages unscheduled absences and tardiness according to policy. • Collaborates with Human Resource business partners regarding staff discipline according to policy. • Assesses and reassigns staff members to effectively and efficiently meet the needs of the unit and organization. • Collaborates with the DON to create an environment for staff participation in performance improvement activities that assures the care of the particular patient population meets or exceeds institutional and regulatory standards. • Maintains current knowledge of nationally recognized standards of care and evidence-based nursing practice for populations served. • Works in a collaborative manner with a unit core group and an interdisciplinary team to track and trend key process and outcome data. Assumes a leadership role in addressing issues identified. • Demonstrates clinical competence in the provision of nursing care for individual patients and populations as defined in unit scope of service. Functions as a resource to clinical staff in providing safe and quality patient care. • Educates staff on current and new policies and procedures. • Approves assigned personnel’s bi-weekly payroll and submits productivity stats for each payroll period. • Responsible for the overall quality of patient care, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory standards. • Identifies, responds to, and investigates potential and actual risk management issues and prevents re-occurrence by establishing and implementing an action plan. • Provides ongoing communication, coordination, and collaboration with all members of the Health Care Team and develops effective professional working relationships with other organizational leaders. • Promotes an environment that enhances safety, communication and satisfaction for patients and staff. • Guides staff in Service Recovery assessment, education and implementation. • Identifies ways to enhance the patient experience and educates staff on basic interactions with patients and families. • Serves as a resource and interprets Hospital polices and procedures as well as NYSNA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). • Participates in hiring, discipline, and termination practices to achieve and maintain optimal nursing care delivery on the unit. • Conducts performance appraisals in time, and they reflect the provision of a framework for the ongoing development of an employee. • Efficiently manage the financial and capital resources of the organization to support its fiscal viability. • Participates in organizational committees. • Demonstrates professional growth and accountability for own practice and facilitates the professional growth and development of assigned staff. • Maintains continuous education annually. • Escalates problems/challenges to the designated DON and or Vice President of Nursing/Chief Nursing Officer as appropriate. • Performs all other duties as required within the scope of practice. • Demonstrates clinical competence in the provision of nursing care for individual patients and populations as defined in unit scope of service. Functions as a resource to clinical staff in providing safe and quality patient care. • Participates in hiring, discipline, and termination practices to achieve and maintain optimal nursing care delivery on the unit. • Discuss with staff the effectiveness of systems in place with focus on continuous improvement and the continuum of care. • Identifies ways to enhance the patient experience and educates staff on basic interactions with patients and families. • The Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with the DON to plan, implement, and monitor the nursing care delivery system to assure effective and efficient utilization of staff and other resources for the delivery of patient care. • Manages unscheduled absences and tardiness according to policy. • Creates/validates daily assignments that reflect appropriate assignments for all staff and their responsibility for patient care based on skill levels and patient care needs. • Collaborates with Human Resource business partners regarding staff discipline according to policy. • Assures that an adequate number of nursing personnel are scheduled and available to meet patient care needs, which includes proactively analyzing resources and personnel needs. • Identifies, responds to, and investigates potential and actual risk management issues and prevents re-occurrence by establishing and implementing an action plan • Collaborates with the DON to create an environment for staff participation in performance improvement activities that assures the care of the particular patient population meets or exceeds institutional and regulatory standards. • Facilitates and promotes the delivery of patient/family-centered care to a diverse customer population by upholding the standards of excellent patient care always • Guides staff in Service Recovery assessment, education and implementation. • Assesses and reassigns staff members to effectively and efficiently meet the needs of the unit and organization. • Works in a collaborative manner with a unit core group and an interdisciplinary team to track and trend key process and outcome data. Assumes a leadership role in addressing issues identified. • Responsible for the overall quality of patient care, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory standards. • Maintains current knowledge of nationally recognized standards of care and evidence-based nursing practice for populations served. • Educates staff on current and new policies and procedures. • Promotes an environment that enhances safety, communication and satisfaction for patients and staff. • Approves assigned personnel’s bi-weekly payroll and submits productivity stats for each payroll period. • Provides ongoing communication, coordination, and collaboration with all members of the Health Care Team and develops effective professional working relationships with other organizational leaders • Serves as a resource and interprets hospital polices and procedures as well as NYSNA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). • Efficiently manage the financial and capital resources of the organization to support fiscal viability • Maintains continuous education annually. • Conducts performance appraisals in time, and they reflect the provision of a framework for the ongoing development of an employee. • Participates in organizational committees. • Escalates problems/challenges to the designated DON and or Vice President of Nursing/Chief Nursing Officer as appropriate. • Demonstrates professional growth and accountability for own practice and facilitates the professional growth and development of assigned staff. • Performs all other duties as required within the scope of practice.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

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Salary Range: $44.19-$66.28/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.