Nurse Manager

The Brooklyn Hospital Center • New York, NY

2d

About The Position

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the operational management of the assigned Nursing Unit in collaboration with physician leadership. The role provides clinical and administrative leadership for the Medicine – 7W Unit, manages unit activities, and ensures operations comply with clinical guidelines. The Nurse Manager participates in strategic planning for the department and is accountable for nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Medical/surgical experience is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Three to five years of progressive leadership experience.
• Medical/surgical experience.
• Current New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Complete de-escalation training within 90 days of employment and every two years thereafter.
• Knowledge of guidelines from The Joint Commission, the Department of Health, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Assessment skills and ability to make safe judgment calls.
• Strong communication skills for in-servicing staff; effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, punctuality, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer skills.
• Keeps commitments and gives notice when unable to meet them.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations and activities of the assigned Nursing Unit in collaboration with physician leadership.
• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the Medicine – 7W Unit.
• Ensure unit operations comply with clinical guidelines.
• Participate in strategic planning for the department.
• Maintain accountability for nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• In-service staff and meet deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager