Perinatal High Risk Assistant Nurse Manager

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Perinatal High Risk Assistant Nurse Manager leads unit employees in delivering patient care and supports clinical operations, staff development, and performance improvement. The role performs venous access procedures within RN licensure, administers and monitors infusion therapy, assesses patients for appropriate access methods and complications, and develops individualized care plans. It also provides education to patients and families and coordinates care with healthcare team members. The Assistant Nurse Manager monitors staff performance, provides feedback and appraisals, implements improvement plans, identifies training needs, organizes education, mentors and precepts staff, and helps resolve conflicts. The role leads quality improvement initiatives, supports operational and financial management of the unit, assists staff with unit technology, and ensures compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Nursing.
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to lead unit employees in patient care delivery and performance improvement.
Critical-thinking ability related to unit operations and patient care.
Ability to manage healthcare delivery operations, including financial practices and productivity.
Excellent clinical practice knowledge and ability to apply it in the unit setting.
Ability to influence relationships and behaviors to meet unit needs.
Professional role-modeling, broad nursing knowledge, leadership ability, accountability, authority, and ability to function independently.
Insight into employee growth and development and ability to provide effective, impartial counseling.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including experience with an Electronic Health Record.
Unit-specific skills and knowledge as delineated by competencies.
Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the unit or state.
1+ year of acute care nursing experience (preferred).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
1+ year of charge nurse or relevant leadership experience.
Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) certification.
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) certification.
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification.
Certified RN Infusion (CRNI) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program - Advanced (NRP-A) certification.
Medical Surgical Nurse-Board Certified (MEDSURG-BC) certification.
NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program certification.
AVADE certification.
Certified Post-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) certification.
Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) certification.
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) certification.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification.
Stroke Education (SE) certification.
Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) certification.
S.T.A.B.L.E. certification.

Responsibilities

Perform venous access procedures within the scope of RN licensure, using proper technique and maintaining patient safety.
Administer and monitor infusion therapy treatments and adjust care plans based on patient responses and needs.
Assess patient conditions to determine appropriate venous access methods and address complications.
Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients requiring venous access and infusion therapy.
Educate patients about venous access and infusion therapy.
Monitor nursing staff performance, provide feedback, conduct appraisals, and implement improvement plans.
Identify staff training needs, organize educational programs, and mentor staff to support their skills and career development.
Resolve staff conflicts using mediation techniques to maintain a positive work environment and team cohesion.
Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying opportunities, and implementing strategies to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members to coordinate care.
Mentor and precept new staff through hands-on training and feedback.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies.
Lead unit employees in patient care delivery and performance improvement initiatives.
Support unit operations, including financial practices and productivity management.
Assist and mentor staff in using unit technology.
Perform other duties as assigned.