Nurse Manager
About The Position
The Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring coordinated delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy, goals and objectives. This position assists in contributing to the hospital’s philosophy, objectives, educational and Performance & Improvement efforts, while providing supervision of House Supervisors, RN’s and MHTs. This position will monitor staffing needs on assigned shifts. This position is responsible for assisting the DON/ADON in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events with respect to all RN//MHT staff required training. Also provides, on as-needed basis, patient nursing assessments. Participates in Treatment Team meetings as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required or equivalent combination of education and experience in nursing management
- A minimum of one (5) years of experience progressive nursing leadership experience.
- Experience in staff education and education concepts, practices and procedures and 24 hour shift staffing experience.
- Currently licensed to practice by the Texas State Board of Nursing or posesses Compact State RN license.
- Successful completion Handle with Care Training, Service Excellence Training, and CPR certification required. Certifications must be obtained during new hire orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all staff members deliver care in accordance with the Standards of Care and Practice.
- Develop staffing schedules for Full Time Staff in accordance with patient needs.
- Provide supervision and direction in accordance with Nursing Department’s goals and objectives to all nursing staff and conducts disciplinary actions where indicated.
- Demonstrate guest relations in communication, cooperation and in giving assistance to patients, physicians/licensed practitioners, coworkers and visitors in a prompt and courteous manner.
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program if offered.
- Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
