Clinical Manager

West Tennessee Healthcare • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

The Clinical Manager is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to meet patient care needs. Under the direction of the Director, the role is responsible for the routine daily operations of the assigned unit. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.

Requirements

• Completion of a diploma, associate, or baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in Tennessee.
• Complete Continuing Education Units annually.
• Obtain BLS certification within the orientation period and keep it current while in the position.
• Additional certifications or competencies may be required at department discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Additional educational preparation in administrative techniques.
• At least 2 years of continuous, current hospital nursing experience.
• ACLS certification.
• Certification in the area of clinical expertise by a recognized authoritative agency.

Responsibilities

• Assign and monitor patient care according to age-specific needs, assessments, acuity needs, plans of care, and the competencies of assigned available personnel.
• Ensure proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste.
• Participate in training, evaluate employee performance, and participate in counseling, reprimands, disciplinary actions, and dismissals for assigned personnel.
• Respond to complaints and incidents, conduct investigations, take corrective action, and prepare documentation.
• Evaluate, recommend, and order adequate supplies and equipment needed to deliver quality patient care.
• Evaluate, interpret, and implement hospital and nursing policies and procedures for the assigned unit, and recommend changes as needed.
• Inform the Director about the level of care administered and patient, personnel, and physician satisfaction.
• Provide clinical and classroom instruction in the field of expertise as necessary, including patient and staff teaching and discharge planning.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree