Nurse Manager - Overland Park
Company: PAM Health
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Nurse Manager
The Nurse Manager provides clinical leadership in conjunction with
the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) / Director of Nursing (DON) and
assumes the responsibility for nursing administrative decisions in
the absence of the CNO/DON. Areas of focus include nursing staffing
and assignments, performance evaluation, clinical and
administrative decision-making related to nursing care, and
continuous improvement of nursing and rehabilitative care. The
Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for assessing,
planning, implementing, evaluating and maintaining quality nursing
care on the unit. Performs other related duties as assigned or
requested. This is an exempt position and must have the ability to
work evenings, as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Nursing Services Responsibilities
--- Plans, organizes, schedules and delegates work effectively.
--- Assures compliance with current standards of care established
by the profession and regulatory bodies.
--- Assists the CNO/DON in the implementation and evaluation of the
care delivery system utilized on the nursing unit.
--- Assures compliance with current standards of care established
by the profession and regulatory bodies.
--- Sets an example for other staff through demonstration of
responsibility for own professional growth through initiation of
team and discipline staff meetings, participation in inservices to
disseminate professional and/or administrative knowledge/policies,
and initiation of learning activities to increase understanding and
update rehab nursing and other appropriate skills.
--- Assumes responsibility for function of nursing unit as
assigned; makes changes in shift assignments as indicated due to
attendance irregularities; supports cost-effective quality nursing
through utilization of available resources.
--- Participates in performance improvement activities to assure
improved patient outcomes.
--- Provides guidance and discipline as necessary for nursing staff
during designated shifts, in absence of their supervisor.
--- Evaluates subordinates on time and seeks administrative review
before presenting salary increases; takes appropriate action when
performance falls below expectations.
--- Supports interdisciplinary team model providing environment
that enables active nursing participation in goal setting, program
definition and outcome evaluation of patients.
--- Assures charge capture accuracy, completeness, and timeliness,
in compliance with system, hospital/department policies and
procedures.
--- Acts as the primary nurse administrator in the absence of the
CNO/DON.
--- Performs responsibilities and/or duties of staff RN as needed,
including direct patient care activities.
Education Responsibilities
--- Defines and oversees the orientation, education, and training
of licensed and unlicensed staff involved in providing direct
nursing care of patients.
--- Coaches mentors, and provides developmental opportunities for
nursing staff.
--- Assists nursing personnel to utilize the nursing process in
managing care and ensuring continuity.
--- Responsible for restraint education.
Infection Control Responsibilities
--- Assures coordination of the hospital-wide infection control
program consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of
PAM.
--- Initiates the writing and/or evaluation of hospital-wide
infection control related policies and procedures.
--- Assures monitoring for compliance with hospital-wide infection
control related policies and procedures and regulatory body
requirements.
--- Assures monitoring of infectious diseases present in the
hospital population, mode of transmission, and recommended
treatment.
--- Assures education of all employees regarding handwashing,
standard precautions, and other appropriate infection control
related information.
--- Participates in hospital educational programs on health,
safety, hazardous waste, etc.
--- Assure appropriate reporting activities.
Employee Health Responsibilities
--- Assures coordination of the hospital-wide employee health
program consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of
PAM.
--- Initiates the writing and/or evaluation of hospital-wide
employee health related policies and procedures.
--- Assures monitoring for compliance with hospital-wide and
regulatory body employee health related policies and procedures and
guidelines.
--- Assures an employee health record system for all employees.
--- Assures a system to assess employees who become ill or injured
on duty, as well as employees returning to work after an episode of
infectious illness.
--- Assists the Licensed Healthcare Professional in preparation and
completion of required activities in relation to employees with
exposure incidents to bloodborne pathogens.
--- Assures appropriate reporting activities.
Leadership
--- Inclusiveness: Promotes cooperation, fairness and equity; shows
respect for people and their differences; works to understand
perspectives of others; demonstrates empathy; brings out the best
in others and in his/her team.
--- Managing Staff: Coaches, evaluates, develops, and inspires
staff. Sets expectations. Recognizes achievements. Effectively
manages conflict. Aligns dept. goals with company goals. Provides
feedback, group leadership. Delegates appropriately. Evaluations
completed on time.
--- Stewardship and Resource Management: Demonstrates
accountability and sound judgment in managing company resources.
Appropriate understanding of confidentiality and company values.
Adheres to and supports company policies, procedures and safety
guidelines.
--- Problem Solving: Identifies problems, involves others in
seeking solutions. Conducts appropriate analysis. Searches for best
solutions. Effectively and efficiently implements appropriate
response to correct problem. Responds promptly and effectively to
new challenges.
--- Decision Making: Makes clear, consistent decisions. Acts with
integrity in all decisions. Distinguishes relevant from irrelevant
information. Makes timely, appropriate decisions.
--- Strategic Planning and Organizing: Understands company vision
and aligns priorities accordingly. Measures outcomes. Uses feedback
to redirect as required. Evaluates alternatives. Appropriately
organizes complex issues to desirable resolution.
--- Communication: Connects with fellow managers, employees and all
customers. Actively listens. Clearly and effectively shares
information. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication
skills. Negotiates effectively.
--- Quality Improvement: Strives for efficient, effective, high
quality performance in self and the department. Delivers timely and
accurate results. Resilient when responding to matters that are
challenging. Takes initiative to make improvements.
--- Leadership: Motivates others. Accepts responsibility. Maintains
high morale in department. Develops trust and credibility. Expects
honest and ethical behavior of self and staff.
--- Teamwork: Encourages cooperation and collaboration. Builds
effective teams. Works in partnership with others. Is flexible.
Responsive to the needs of others.
--- Development: Maintains up-to-date skills through involvement
with professional organizations or continuing education.
Customer Service
--- Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy,
compassion and positive communication.
--- Promotes the mission and vision of Post Acute Medical within
the work environment and community.
--- Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all
applicable policies and procedures.
Health and Safety
--- Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing
appropriate to the performance of the job.
--- Participates in OSHA required training.
--- Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position;
complies with Employee Health requirements for continued
employment.
--- Reports unsafe practices to management.
--- Knows own role in case of an emergency.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Training: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in
the State where the hospital resides. Bachelor degree
preferred.
Experience: Minimum of three to five years of clinical nursing
experience required. Prior management experience preferred. Current
BLS and ACLS certifications required. Nursing specific
certification, to include CNE, CRRN, CCRN or PCCN preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
--- Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views for
communication with (as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent, adult,
and geriatric patients, visitors, and staff members.
--- Read and write English language including medical terminology
and abbreviations.
--- Clerical ability to write reports, memorandums, etc.
--- Cognitive ability to operationalize the nursing process with
(as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric
patients seeking rehabilitation nursing care.
--- Organizational ability to direct and motivate professional and
non-professional staff in performance of patient care.
--- Strong clinical, leadership, and management skills along with a
high level of initiative and creative problem solving.
--- Capacity to relate to people in a manner to win confidence and
establish support.
--- Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and the various
details of the job.
ABOUT US
PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty
healthcare services through more than 70 long-term acute care
hospitals and physical medicine and rehabilitation hospitals, as
well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in
17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality
patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the
loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most
trusted source for post-acute services in every community it
serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate,
expert care, and to support recovery through education and
research.
Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative
environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a
variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay,
generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you
will also have opportunities for professional growth through our
Education Advancement Program.
We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider
joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by
being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment
to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at
how we're able to positively impact our local communities.
PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit
discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or
harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color,
religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or
mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression or HIV status, or based on association with another
person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color,
religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or
mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression or HIV status.
Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Adv Cardiovascular LifeSp
Basic Life Support
Registered Nurse
Preferred
Progress Care Cert Nurse
Acute/Critical Care
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