Nurse Manager II - MSICU/PCU

TriHealth•Montgomery, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital is a state-of-the-art critical care environment specializing in complex and high-acuity patient care. The Unit is split into 14 beds for PCU and 28 beds for ICU. Our MSICU is integral to our Level III Trauma Program and Comprehensive Stroke Program, providing cutting-edge treatments for trauma and stroke patients. We offer a range of advanced critical care services, including Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) for patients requiring extended dialysis and soon will offer care for patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD). Additionally, we utilize Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous (USGPIV) techniques for optimal patient care and comfort. Our unit is committed to the professional growth of our nurses, offering a Critical Care Nurse Development Program, designed to provide continuous education and hands-on experience for those looking to advance their expertise in the critical care field. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, technology, and education, the MSICU PCU at Bethesda North Hospital provides exceptional care for critically ill patients in a dynamic and supportive environment. This position has 24-hour accountability for their area of responsibility, encompassing patient care outcomes, service excellence, human resource issues, fiscal management, quality improvement compliance, and communication. Emphasis should be placed on creating a positive environment that fosters professional growth and retention. This environment is supported by this position acting as a role model and as a mentor and coach to the staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
2 - 3 years experience Progressive Leadership in Nursing in a related field (Required)
2 - 3 years experience Clinical in Nursing (Required)
Registered Nurse
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Nice To Haves

Membership in related professional organization preferred
Other Certification within specialty area within two years of assuming position

Responsibilities

Identifies key indicators and implements performance improvement measures related to quality, safety, other outcomes of nursing practice, and customer needs and expectations.
Evaluates internal and external customer satisfaction utilizing key data and measurement tools, and responds to the data with an effective plans and strategies.
Participates in the development of the Nursing Quality, Safety & Service Plan and associated activities.
Facilitates the dissemination of research findings and the integration of evidence-based guidelines and practices into health care.
Identifies areas of clinical and administrative inquiry suitable for nurse researchers.
Role models Service Excellence values and creates an environment where staff is empowered to achieve Service Excellence goals.
Actively solicits staff for concerns and potential retention problems.
Works to assist in retention of new employees, especially new graduate nurses.
Demonstrates availability, approachability and high visibility.
Varies time on unit to keep touch with all shifts.
Encourages completion of exit interviews.
Participates in analysis of information.
Assesses departmental staffing needs to determine recruitment priorities.
Partners with HR in recruiting for the organization.
Networks internally and externally to enhance candidate pool.
Interviews and assesses candidates utilizing various tools, and follows the established hiring process to assure an effective and efficient staff selection.
Assures an individualized plan for new employee orientation.
Works with unit based educator and PNR coordinators to ensure orientation meets needs of staff.
Identifies staff educational needs and facilitates opportunities for staff development in collaboration with nurse educators.
Monitors staff performance and compliance with policies and procedures to identify and address performance improvement opportunities.
Through peer review and performance appraisal processes, develops plans to help staff meet personal career goals.
Empowers staff to accept responsibility, which enhances autonomy, learning, knowledge and skill development.
Solicits interactive, varied communication to provide staff the opportunity to give feedback or make suggestions for unit or organizational-level initiatives.
Develops effective and collegial relationships with key physicians.
Maintains effective working relationships with internal and external customers and supporting departments.
Discusses key departmental issues and concerns with director.
Communicates and promotes organizational goals and initiatives.
Collaborate with staff to develop, and reach performance goals supporting strategic nursing and unit-specific goals and activities.
Develops leaders among staff, especially the Shared Leadership Committee.
Fosters mutual respect and trust among all team members.
Encourages enculturation of our Serve Model and Always behaviors.
Adheres to the TriHealth “Code of Ethical Business and Professional Behavior”.
Assures a process to identify and address ethical issues within nursing.
Demonstrates stewardship through successful management of fiscal responsibilities, which includes the establishing, maintaining, and meeting department budgets.
Provides frequent informal feedback, and comprehensive annual performance appraisals.
Facilitates peer review feedback.
Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory standards and assures departmental compliance (e.g. TJC, OSHA, EPA).
Facilitates the process for implementation of new services and technologies.
Engages in self-assessment of role accountabilities on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength as well as areas for professional and practice development.