NURSE MANAGER

Covenant Health•Morristown, TN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Manager is accountable for the delivery of high-quality nursing care and for the administrative management of the nursing unit on a 24-hour basis. This role fulfills all duties and responsibilities associated with the Nurse Manager position.

Requirements

Current state registered nurse license.
Three (3) years of recent clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of leadership/managerial experience.

Responsibilities

Selects, trains, orients, develops, and evaluates the performance of department staff. Ensures staffing mix and allocation in accordance with departmental guidelines.
Develops departmental budgets and administers operations in accordance with budgeted parameters.
Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
Coordinates and reports the outcome of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff, and ancillary departments for problem-solving and quality improvement. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication within the facility.
Ensures the establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives are in alignment with the facility and system.
Promotes a safe environment that allows for the delivery of high-quality patient care utilizing evidence-based practices.
Protects patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communications.
Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.
Facilitates the professional development of staff with accountability for staff retention.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.