Asst Nurse Manager
About The Position
The Assistant Nurse Manager is responsible for providing safe and effective care to patients on the unit and fostering a patient-care environment based on Neuman's Client System Model and Watson's Caring Model. The role organizes teams according to Benner's Novice to Expert theory and provides unit direction and guidance. The Assistant Nurse Manager also supports staff development and training, serves as a mentor and resource, and participates in performance appraisals for nursing and support staff. In the Nurse Manager's absence, this role manages the unit for a specific shift and serves as a liaison among physicians, patients, and families.
Requirements
- Current New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse.
- Specialty certification in the area of clinical practice, or obtain it within one year of hire.
- Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, regulatory codes, and personnel and administrative policies.
- At least 2 years of experience as a registered nurse.
- At least 3 years of experience in the field of specialty.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association; online programs from any organization are not accepted.
Nice To Haves
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
- Prior experience as an Assistant Nurse Manager or clinical coordinator.
- Advanced life support certification in the area of specialty.
- PALS certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and effective care to all patients on the unit.
- Foster an environment based on Neuman's Client System Model and Watson's Caring Model of patient-care delivery, and organize teams based on Benner's Novice to Expert theory.
- Lead the unit by providing direction and guidance.
- Participate in staff development and training; serve as a mentor and resource person.
- Participate in completing performance appraisals for nursing and support staff.
- Manage the unit for a specific shift in the Nurse Manager's absence.
- Act as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families.
Benefits
- Generous benefits packages.
- Tuition assistance.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Culture that supports professional and educational growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
