Nurse Manager - Specialty Clinics

Dartmouth Health • Nashua, NH

149d • $83,782 - $134,035

About The Position

Facilitates the integration and management of all daily functions of OB/GYN, Dermatology, Cardiology, Weight Center, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Neurology, ENT and Pain & Spine to ensure optimal patient access and customer satisfaction. Encourages standardization of processes and procedures and is accountable for system operations. Responsible for the clinical oversight, evaluation and direction of clinical staff in assigned sections/departments. Ensures that all clinical activities comply with regulatory and accreditation to ensure safe and highest quality patient care standards.

Requirements

• Bachelors of science degree in nursing (BSN) with two years of clinical experience and demonstrated leadership ability required.
• Masters of Science degree in nursing (MSN) preferred.
• 3-5 years of related supervisory/management experience, both clinical and administrative, or the equivalent in education and experience required.
• Certification in specialty preferred.
• Exemplary leadership qualities.
• Prior experience with budgetary preparation and systems development required.
• The ability to relate and deal effectively with physicians, administrators, support staff, and the general public with a high degree of tact and discretion required.

Responsibilities

• Leads the health care team of each assigned section in all aspects of the daily operations of the individual section(s).
• Interviews and hires new staff and trains new employees in section administrative procedures.
• Evaluates the performance of administrative and clinical staff, encourages and supports staff education, and fosters personal and professional development of all support personnel.
• Maintains and promotes a harmonious work environment within the section and handles performance problems up to and including termination.
• Continually assesses the sections needs and changes support staff roles and levels.
• Assumes leadership responsibility for the operational and informational management systems in all assigned sections.
• Develops efficient procedures with an emphasis on high quality of patient care.
• Develops policies and procedures for all internal operating systems.
• Standardizes systems between sections.
• Facilitates a multidisciplinary approach to problem identification and resolution with other departments/sections.
• Identifies and develops new programs or methodologies for delivering the sections' services more effectively and efficiently.
• Develops and carries out a full range of financial management activities of the assigned sections.
• Provides leadership and direction for sections in maximizing revenues and minimizing operating costs/expenses.
• Coordinates activities with the institutional operating plan and the specific financial plan for the Department.
• Assures adherence to institutional policies and procedures related to Human Resources, Billing, Outpatient and OR Scheduling, Referring Physician Communication Standards, etc.
• Maintains and supports evidence-based practices and assures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards of practice for patient care.
• Accountable for oversight of nursing/clinical practice and implementing strategies that support nurses/clinical staff in the delivery of exceptional patient care.
• Provides recognition of nursing/clinical staff, encourages continuous professional development and learning, and encourages staff participation in shared governance.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive selection of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Short and long term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree