Manager (RN) Emergency Department

Lifepoint Health•Sylva, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Manager (RN) – Emergency Department. This is a full-time, salaried position. The role may include weekends, overtime, nights, and holidays. Harris Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. The position is within a 14-bed Emergency Department with a 5:1 ratio. The team includes RNs, CNAs, Paramedics, Secretaries, and Providers. The department handles a variety of patient experiences, including abdominal pain and shortness of breath, and has chest pain accreditation. The average daily volume is between 50-70 patients. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality emergency medical care in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

Active North Carolina or compact state RN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
ACLS required within six months of hire.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred, applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education
Minimum overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air

Responsibilities

Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.
Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.
Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards. Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.