Assistant District Nurse Manager

Oklahoma State Government • Chickasha, OK

10h • $81,337 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions at this level are assigned responsibilities involving direction of the entire nursing or health care program for the assigned region. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Assure training and documentation for annual lab CLIA checkoffs. Assure trained personnel completing annual nurse mask fit test. Supervise Coordinating Nurses. Assist in the acquisition of signatures on all local and OSDH physician approved protocols. Serve as role model for nursing personnel and student nurses. Participate in and encourage staff participation in professional organizations. Interpret job expectations and lines of authority to staff. Ensure appropriate orientation to public health. Complete performance evaluations at specified intervals. Communicate with all nursing staff regarding concerns, clinic needs, and program updates. Allocate resources for effective and efficient use of staff and supplies. Evaluate the quality of nursing care and documentation, through chart/observational audits at least quarterly. Prepare for and respond to program site visits as required, including corrective action response if indicated and review with staff involved. Ensure completion of required annual trainings, including annual review of physician-approved protocols. Identify and communicate opportunities for continuing education and/or program trainings. Oversee that all professional staff maintain current licensure. Advocate for clients, community and local County Health Departments. Participate in community groups or agencies. Participate in quality improvement activities (chart audits). Participate with human resource members that make up the Personnel Advisory Committee and local leadership for the purpose of Progressive Discipline. Duties may shift between ADNM and DNM position according to the District County need. Being present in the office is an essential function of this job Other duties as assigned Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and four years of professional nursing experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity PLUS one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program; or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and three years of professional nursing experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity PLUS one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program; or a master’s degree and two years of professional nursing experience in a supervisory capacity PLUS one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program.
• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of expense control and purchasing procedures; of the philosophy and objectives of the nursing department; and of the principles and practices of effective supervision.
• Ability is required to direct, motivate and evaluate staff; to plan and implement programs; to develop controls to monitor effectiveness of programs; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement an effective health care program.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the services provided or the programs offered.
• Ability is required to interpret, analyze, and resolve highly complex administrative and personnel problems, and to direct and coordinate the activities of multiple work units and divisions engaged in a broad range of functions.
• Ability is required to develop an effective training and orientation program for the Nurse Manager I position.

Responsibilities

• Assure training and documentation for annual lab CLIA checkoffs.
• Assure trained personnel completing annual nurse mask fit test.
• Supervise Coordinating Nurses.
• Assist in the acquisition of signatures on all local and OSDH physician approved protocols.
• Serve as role model for nursing personnel and student nurses.
• Participate in and encourage staff participation in professional organizations.
• Interpret job expectations and lines of authority to staff.
• Ensure appropriate orientation to public health.
• Complete performance evaluations at specified intervals.
• Communicate with all nursing staff regarding concerns, clinic needs, and program updates.
• Allocate resources for effective and efficient use of staff and supplies.
• Evaluate the quality of nursing care and documentation, through chart/observational audits at least quarterly.
• Prepare for and respond to program site visits as required, including corrective action response if indicated and review with staff involved.
• Ensure completion of required annual trainings, including annual review of physician-approved protocols.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for continuing education and/or program trainings.
• Oversee that all professional staff maintain current licensure.
• Advocate for clients, community and local County Health Departments.
• Participate in community groups or agencies.
• Participate in quality improvement activities (chart audits).
• Participate with human resource members that make up the Personnel Advisory Committee and local leadership for the purpose of Progressive Discipline.
• Duties may shift between ADNM and DNM position according to the District County need.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager