RN, Clinical Manager I, Saint Francis Vinita Emergency Department

Saint Francis Health System•Vinita, OK

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Manager I is responsible for managing and supervising the daily activities of the assigned nursing department and assists with budgetary processes and planning. This role provides direct supervision, performance evaluations, and leadership for nursing staff while working with patients, customers, healthcare professionals, other departments, and senior leaders. The position is based at the Emergency Center on the Vinita Campus in Vinita, Oklahoma, and is identified as safety-sensitive under Oklahoma law.

Requirements

Completion of the basic professional curricula of a school of nursing approved and verified by a state board of nursing, with a diploma or degree from that school, or entitlement to hold one.
Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse license.
Two to four years of related experience.
Working knowledge of general disease-state management processes, the bio-psychosocial model, and clinical pathways.
Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and efficiently.
Attention to detail when examining clinical and numerical data.
Must meet and maintain the Clinical Manager Level Job Factors for Clinical Manager Level I.

Responsibilities

Manage human resources to provide cost-effective care and promote job satisfaction.
Mentor, evaluate, coach, and counsel nursing personnel to support professional growth and continued improvement.
Interpret hospital policies and procedures, monitor staff adherence, and take appropriate corrective action.
Ensure staff competence and provide ongoing orientation and education.
Plan department operations and demonstrate competent fiscal management.
Prepare the annual budget, monitor and analyze monthly budget reports, seek expense reductions, and adjust resources to achieve planned outcomes.
Ensure appropriate and accurate charging and plan for future capital replacement.
Promote interdisciplinary care and improved outcomes through collaboration with physicians and other caregivers.
Lead the development of care paths and guidelines for specific patient populations; identify best practices and outcomes for improvement.
Maintain and update standards, policies, and procedures, and support ongoing staff feedback and continual improvement.
Communicate with appropriate personnel to promote continuity of patient care and resolve problems; initiate or recommend action and follow through.
Work with other departments to improve patient care, develop programs, and communicate innovative solutions.
Promote customer satisfaction by promptly following up on complaints.
Direct unit performance-improvement activities and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
Develop systems for efficient patient transitions through the healthcare system.
Manage patient admissions, dismissals, and transfers to promote smooth and efficient flow.
Prepare and deliver performance evaluations.