The Nurse Manager (NM) directs and supervises the clinical functions and activities of the department or group of practices. This role implements and interprets policies, standards, and regulations for personnel, patients, and families. The Nurse Manager partners with operational and physician leadership to make strategic decisions regarding clinical processes, clinical workforce budgets, and the purchase of clinical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational financial goals. They maintain personnel records, assist with payroll and OSHA compliance, and supervise clinical team members, including selection, performance appraisal, and work allocation. The role involves developing and implementing training programs, ensuring correct onboarding, and facilitating yearly competencies. The Nurse Manager identifies patient needs, recommends new programs and services, and ensures the delivery of quality services. They participate in hospital/medical staff committee meetings, act as a liaison for physician leadership, and serve on professional/civic organizations. This position directs activities for department objectives, establishes quality levels and standards, and collaborates on program development and quality assurance initiatives. The Nurse Manager serves as a role model, applies management counseling skills, and promotes good interpersonal relationships, while enhancing professional growth through activities like professional affiliations. This role has direct and/or indirect supervision of employees, potentially including budget authority, hire/termination/disciplinary authority, and performance appraisal responsibility, and is considered a member of the management staff with direct reports.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager