Community Cardiovascular Nurse Manager

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Burlington, VT

22d•$165,000 - $215,000

About The Position

The Nurse Manager oversees day-to-day operations, practice development, policy communication, staff performance evaluation, and coordination of patient care in collaboration with department leadership and key stakeholders. The role is accountable for decisions related to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, and coordinates and supervises nursing staff in assigned clinical patient-care units or departments to provide quality care. The Nurse Manager practices according to the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center Professional Practice Model, the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, and ANA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. The manager maintains current leadership and management knowledge, complies with regulatory and accrediting requirements, and holds current Massachusetts RN licensure. Responsibilities span clinical practice, system coordination, quality improvement, human resource management, fiscal responsibility, professional growth, and self-improvement. The position includes developing and enforcing nursing practice guidelines; supporting evidence-based practice and staff development; aligning departmental goals with organizational goals; analyzing performance data and coordinating improvements; and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, outcomes, and process improvement. The Nurse Manager recruits, hires, and retains personnel in collaboration with Human Resources and senior leadership; oversees performance appraisals, orientation, competency assessment, training, continuing education, staff development, licensing, monthly staff meetings, and work delegation. The manager participates in annual budget development, develops cost-effective staffing patterns, monitors expenses and budget variances, and identifies savings opportunities. The role also includes professional development, compliance with organizational policies and expectations, participation in quality improvement and mandatory education, and other duties as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of a state-approved or accredited School of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Current licensure to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
At least five years of accumulated inpatient nursing experience.
At least two years of leadership experience.
Clinical competence in the area of nursing practice.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Basic computer skills.
Maintain current management and leadership knowledge and comply with applicable regulatory and accrediting standards.
Vaccination against influenza is required as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Nursing or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with Nursing Practice Guidelines.
Encourage staff participation in Shared Governance Councils, nursing committees, and organizational committees.
Maintain knowledge of current professional and clinical issues and use evidence-based resources to implement changes in nursing care.
Collaborate with leadership to provide staff development opportunities, including nursing research, certification, and participation in professional organizations.
Link departmental strategic goals to the organization's mission and goals.
Analyze relevant data to guide day-to-day performance.
Collaborate to solve problems, improve processes, and integrate services within the department and with other departments.
Support and contribute to new ideas and changes within the department.
Organize and prioritize work, demonstrate flexibility in meeting departmental demands, and meet deadlines.
Develop effective communication methods to keep staff and others informed about organizational and departmental activities.
Develop plans to meet future departmental and organizational needs.
Review outcome measures and collaborate with staff and leadership to improve patient outcomes, including measures such as NDNQI and Core Measures.
Work with multidisciplinary teams to comply with regulatory standards, improve patient satisfaction and outcomes, and systematically improve important processes and activities.
Collaborate with Human Resources and senior leadership to recruit, hire, and retain qualified personnel.
Oversee and conduct performance appraisals and collaborate on compensation recommendations.
Ensure appropriate staff orientation, competency assessment, in-service training, and continuing education.
Support staff development by helping staff identify goals and learning opportunities.
Encourage creativity and recognize staff accomplishments.
Promote an environment sensitive to the diverse needs of patients and employees.
Coach and support staff, remove barriers, and address issues.
Ensure staff licenses and certifications are current.
Conduct monthly staff meetings and communicate staffing concerns to the ACNO or Director.
Delegate work appropriately and provide direction and guidance to nursing and support staff.
Participate in annual departmental budget development; establish cost-effective staffing patterns; use resources effectively; monitor budgets and prepare variance reports; and manage expenses and identify potential cost savings.
Pursue self-awareness, seek feedback, accept constructive criticism, and modify behavior accordingly.
Engage in professional development and maintain continuing education requirements and an educational record.
Support Lahey Clinic community-based activities.
Incorporate LHMC guiding principles, mission, and goals into daily work and comply with organizational policies and behavioral expectations.
Maintain courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients and adhere to customer service standards.
Participate in departmental or interdepartmental quality improvement activities and complete mandatory education.
Perform other duties as needed or directed.
Coordinate and supervise nursing staff in assigned clinical units or departments and remain accountable for decisions concerning patient-care planning and delivery.